SATELLITE DETECTION AT HF,
Abstract
Scattering characteristics of satellite wakes are presented. Parameters considered are satellite dimension, altitude, operating frequency and ambient electron density. Their effects are noted for optimum scattering conditions. Calculations conclude with predictions of minimum detectable satellites using familiar ionospheric vertical sounding equipment. A significant amount of experimental data has been collected, though under different circumstances, tending to confirm the phenomena but not the magnitudes (these are larger than expected). Since significant applications of the phenomena may be possible, a proof experiment using vertical sounding for simplicity and control is suggested. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0832423
Entities
People
- Leonard Strauss
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory