Feasibility of Using the Compass Cope Remotely Piloted Vehicle for High Altitude Weather Reconnaissance.

Abstract

This is a study of feasibility of Using Compass Cope RPV's to perform aerial weather reconnaissance missions. The mission is defined in terms of vehicle performance and meteorological measurement requirements. The Compass Cope RPV is studied for performance. The availability of meteorological sensing equipment is reviewed for compatibility with the Compass Cope vehicle. Emphasis is on the need for a long range data link through a satellite relay. Brief cost comparisons are made.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA020357

Entities

People

  • Larry B. Downes

Organizations

  • Air Force Institute of Technology

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Altitude
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Availability
  • Data Links
  • High Altitude
  • Measurement
  • Reconnaissance
  • Remotely Piloted Vehicles
  • Vehicles

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites