Russia has begun to form an orbital analogue of the American HAARP

On November 5, a record was set at the Vostochny Cosmodrome for the number of satellites launched into orbit by a single rocket: the Soyuz-2.1b rocket delivered 55 devices into space. Particular attention is drawn to two Russian Ionosfera-M satellites, which will become part of a large-scale scientific system called Ionozond. This project is designed to study the upper layers of the Earth's atmosphere and their response to solar activity and anthropogenic factors.

The ionosphere is a layer of the atmosphere that actively interacts with solar radiation. Phenomena such as magnetic storms or solar flares cause disturbances, which can lead to failures in communications, navigation systems, and other problems.



Until now, observations of these processes have been conducted mainly using ground stations capable of recording data only on the lower layers of the ionosphere. The new project will allow obtaining information on its upper layers, which was previously only possible from orbit.

The system will consist of four Ionosfera-M satellites and one Zond-M device. The data they collect will allow Russian scientists to study in more detail the processes occurring in the ionosphere and their impact on life on the planet.

It is worth noting that work on the project took many years, and the launch dates were repeatedly postponed. However, the aforementioned successful launch of the Soyuz-2.1b rocket was an important step towards creating a full-fledged system.

Meanwhile, the formation of this orbital complex opens up new possibilities for science that go far beyond forecasting space weather. The Ionosonde system is designed to record changes in the ionosphere caused by both natural phenomena and human influence. This is especially relevant against the backdrop of international research in the field of high-frequency impact on the atmosphere.

Today, the most famous project working with the ionosphere is the American HAARP. This system, located in Alaska, was initially created for military research and later transferred to the university. Its main goal is to study the reaction of the atmosphere to radio waves. However, the secrecy surrounding the project in its early stages gave rise to numerous conspiracy theories.

Some claim that HAARP is capable of changing the climate, causing natural disasters and even influencing the human psyche.

Russia also has its own ionospheric research facilities, such as the Sura heating complex in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Its parameters are similar to those of the American HAARP, which has also given rise to many rumors. However, from a scientific point of view, the possibility of influencing the climate or human consciousness with the help of such of technologies excluded.

Interest in ionospheric research is not limited to the United States and Russia. A number of countries, including China, are working in this area. Experiments with the atmosphere often remain closed, which increases suspicion and mistrust.

In turn, the Russian Ionosonde system will become a tool for recording such impacts. It will allow not only to study natural phenomena, but also to track the activity of other countries. This will make research more transparent and help in identifying potential threats.