Optimal VLF Parameters for Pitch Angle Scattering of Trapped Electrons

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VLF waves are known to determine the lifetimes of energetic radiation belt electrons in the inner radiation belt and slot regions. Artificial injection of such waves from ground- or space-based transmitters may thus be used to affect the trapped electron population. In this paper, we seek to determine the optimal parameters (frequency and wave normal angle) of a quasi-monochromatic VLF wave using bounce-averaged quasi-linear theory. We consider the cumulative effects of all harmonic resonances and determine the diffusion rates of particles with selected energies on particular L-shells. We also compare the effects of the VLF wave to diffusion driven by other whistler-mode waves (plasmaspheric hiss, lightning, and VLF transmitters). With appropriate choice of the wave parameters, it may be possible to substantially reduce the lifetime of selected classes of particles.

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