The effect of thermo-tidal winds on the expansion of local and regional dust storms on Mars

Key Points

• Dust storms on Mars expand due to thermo-tidal winds, revealing intricate atmospheric dynamics.
• Findings indicate significant variations in storm behavior driven by local wind patterns and temperature gradients.
• Observational analysis across several Martian regions reveals how thermo-tidal effects alter dust storm activity.
• This study highlights the need for further exploration of Martian atmospheric dynamics in future missions.