THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROBE SYSTEM FOR THE MEASUREMENT OF PLASMAS IN THE UPPER ATMOSPHERE.

Abstract

The problem of the measurement of ionospheric parameters, particularly under unusual or extreme conditions, has been approached by means of a unique in situ probe system consisting of: a Thermal Equalization probe to measure the potential of the carrier platform; a Pulse probe to measure the electron concentration and energy distribution; and a Langmuir probe to measure positive ion temperatures. In addition, the requisite support systems including telemetry and flight vehicles have been developed. The entire system has been proven by flight tests. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1963
Accession Number
AD0609015

Entities

People

  • Richard T. Bettinger

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Atmospheres
  • Electrons
  • Equalization
  • Langmuir Probes
  • Measurement
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Platforms
  • Probes
  • Telemetry

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Plasma Physics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics