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We request COMICS observations in three pairs of sequential shifts close to the NASA Juno’s closest approaches to Jupiter (perijoves) on 7 Feb, 1 Apr, and 24 May, 2018, to complement its scientific results by providing mid-infrared images and spectra which are not available by Juno. The goal of this proposal is (1) to obtain the mapping of Jovian meteorology in the upper troposphere and stratosphere for interpreting observations of the deeper troposphere by Juno’s MWR and (2) to characterize the auroral-related heating of the Jovian stratosphere, completing a picture of energy transport linked to Juno’s UVS and JIRAM easurements. In order to accomplish the two studies, we will carry out N-band (7.8, 8.7, 10.5 µm) and Q-band (17.65, 18.7, 20.5, 24.5 µm) imaging, and NL (N-band low-resolution) spectroscopy. Spatial distribution of temperature in the upper troposphere and stratosphere and composition (NH3 ice and gas) will be retrieved from images and spectra to provide important spatial and temporal context for Juno’s in-situ and remote sensing data. This study takes advantage of an unprecedented opportunity for multiple Earth and space assets examining the dynamic and ever-evolving system of Jupiter.
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