Artificial radiation belts are regions of enhanced radiation surrounding the Earth, created by human activities, particularly through the testing and deployment of nuclear weapons and certain space missions. Unlike natural radiation belts, which include the Van Allen radiation belts formed by cosmic rays and solar particles, artificial radiation belts can be generated by man-made sources. Below are some significant examples of artificial radiation belts: 1. **Operation Fishbowl**: Part of the larger Operation Dominic conducted by the United States during the 1962 Cold War.
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