The simulation considers two frequencies: one that comes from natural radio bursts from Jupiter and another from the spacecraft's own system. By comparing how both signals change as they travel through the ionosphere, we can create detailed maps showing where the charged particles are located, without needing a separate instrument to do the same task.

This research proves the method works and can be used with any future spacecraft visiting Europa (or other planets with similar atmospheres) as long as receiver equipment is onboard, which is standard on almost all spacecraft nowadays. This approach makes studying planetary atmospheres cheaper and uses fewer resources.