Scientists predict the next solar activity cycle will be 30 to 50 percent stronger
than the previous one and up to a year late. Accurately predicting the sun's cycles
will help plan for the effects of solar storms. The storms can disrupt satellite
orbits and electronics; interfere with radio communication; damage power systems; and
can be hazardous to unprotected astronauts. "

More at http://www.nasa.gov/home/hqnews/2006...lar_cycle.html
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