MARCH 1966 OBSERVATIONS OF THE GALACTIC SPUR IN THE 20 TO 40 MHZ RANGE.

Abstract

In March 1966 observations were made at the Arecibo Ionospheric Observatory to map the region of the Galactic Spur (North Polar Spur) in the 20-40 MHz range. Simultaneous observations were made at 38.75, 33.45, 26.70, and 22.30 MHz using a log-periodic feed, a four-way power divider, and individual null-balancing radiometers. Antenna half-power beamwidths were roughly 2.0 degrees at 38.75 and 3.3 degrees at 22.30 MHz. The observations were confined to the 2300-0500 local time period to minimize ionospheric effects. The area observed was between 12h and 16h right ascension, +32 degrees and +2 degrees declination. Results are given in the report.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1967
Accession Number
AD0665885

Entities

People

  • Donald A. Guidice

Organizations

  • Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Observation
  • Observatories
  • Power Dividers
  • Radiometers

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics.
  • Phased Array Antenna Design.