Chemical Composition of the Atmosphere at 40,000-65,000 Feet using a Modified Matrix Isolation Technique.
Abstract
In the near future commercial aircraft (SST's) will be in routine schedule operation. Environmental experts have exhibited a variety of concerns over possible adverse effects the effluents from such flights may have upon the earth's climate. Unfortunately many of these prognostications are based on rather sketchy data as to the normal chemical composition of the atmosphere. In the program the matrix isolation technique is to be adapted to the cryogenic sampling of the atmosphere at altitudes of 40,000-65,000 Ft. The following species are to be monitored: H2O, H2O2, NO, NO2, N2O5, HNO3, O3, OH, HO2, CO, and CH4. The report discusses the design and construction of the cryogenic sampling system and the design and construction of a ground power support system.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 02, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0757533
Entities
People
- Alan Snelson
Organizations
- IIT Research Institute