Models of the Solar Wind Interaction with Local Interstellar Cloud
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This paper reviews the theoretical approaches and existing models of the solar wind interaction with the Local Interstellar Cloud (LIC). Models discussed take into account the multi-component nature of the solar wind and local interstellar medium. Basic results of the modeling and their possible applications to interpretation of space experiments are summarized. Open questions of global modeling of the solar wind/LIC interaction and future perspectives are discussed.
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