MOLECULAR ATMOSPHERIC OXYGEN HORIZON STUDY, DESIGN OF A PROTOTYPE RADIOMETER.
Abstract
The report constitutes a two-fold summary of theoretical analysis and systems design for the purpose of utilizing the 60 Gc radiation characteristics of atmospheric oxygen for horizon definition purposes and related measurements. The results of the theoretical analysis are specific and depend directly upon the Van Vleck-Weisskopf theory and the assumed ARDC model atmosphere. The departure of the predicted horizon effects from the actual properties of the horizon will depend primarily upon the validity of the ARDC mode atmosphere. The results of the radiometric system design may be divided into two categories: first, those subsystems that are independent of the carrier vehicle, and second, those subsystems which interface with the carrier vehicle. The system designs are supported by laboratory test data. The theoretical predictions, combined with designed radiometers and vehicular capabilities, lead to two possible modes of operation. Either of these systems would yield quantitative data capable of evaluating the 60 Gc atmospheric oxygen horizon for space sextant purposes. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 22, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0607899
Entities
People
- A. E. Lilley
- F. R. Zatlin