Firebird Interferometer
Abstract
The purpose of this program was the development of a reduced background infrared spectrometer to be installed on board a U-2 aircraft. It was expected that data obtained from the system would help resolve questions concerning long wavelength infrared plume emission mechanisms and specific radiating species in the 5 - 14 micrometer region. In addition to the spectrometer, the program required the development of a ground based data processing system for on-site quick look analysis of the data returned from the airborne spectrometer. The spectrometer designed and constructed under this program consisted of a rapid scanning, high spectral resolution Michelson interferometer operating at liquid nitrogen temperatures. The remaining support subsystems, including, the data processing system, the two axis stabilized gimbal tracking system, the airborne liquid nitrogen supply reservoir, and the interferometer control electronics were successfully completed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA005815
Entities
People
- Paul G. Morse