SOLAR X-RAY EMISSION DURING THE FLIGHT OF APOLLO 8 (DECEMBER 21, 1968-DECEMBER 27, 1968).

Abstract

Records of solar x-ray emission during the Apollo 8 manned lunar-orbiting mission show only one significant x-ray event. Comparison of this event with other large flares shows that it is completely overshadowed by two huge flares which occurred in July 1968. Events as large as those of July 1968 must be considered possible during the next year or two. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 13, 1969
Accession Number
AD0689739

Entities

People

  • A. T. Mcclinton Jr.
  • D. M. Horan
  • R. W. Kreplin

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Emission
  • Ionizing Radiation
  • Solar X Rays
  • X Rays

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Solar Physics
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Orbital Debris