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Van Allen Belts 3D Explorer vs alternatives
This explorer shows the two trapped-particle radiation belts themselves - Earth Magnetosphere 3D shows the magnetic field shape that traps them, and Aurora 3D shows the light show that some of the same particles help create.
| Option | Strength | Access | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Allen Belts 3D (this page) | The two real belts and their opposite drift directions | Free, in browser | No bounce-motion or gyration animated |
| Earth Magnetosphere 3D sibling | The dipole field shape and magnetopause boundary | Free web | Not a particle population |
| Aurora 3D sibling | The light emission from precipitating particles | Free web | Not the trapped-belt structure itself |
Start with the step-by-step guide or when to use. Open the Van Allen Belts 3D Explorer.
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