SATELLITE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM TO DETERMINE OZONE CONCENTRATION AND ALBEDO IN THE NEAR ULTRAVIOLET
Abstract
A flight experiment was prepared which utilizes a radiometer mounted on an Agena satellite to determine the worldwide distribution of ozone at high altitudes and he ultraviolet albedo in the atmosphere by measuring the transmission and reflection of sunlight at 2550 A. Previous experiments have measured only local concentrations by using radiometers mounted on rocket probes or by measring sunlight reflected from the Echo satellite. The experimental equipment used and the methods employed to obtain these measurements are discussed in detail. History of the first flight is recorded. A short discussion of the theoretical work is included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 30, 1962
- Accession Number
- AD0286853
Entities
People
- E. B. Mayfield
- R. M. Friedman