Laser Radar Signatures of RV Models of Interest in Ballistic Missile Defense
Abstract
A series of measurements were conducted on laser backscatter characteristics from modeled RV and decoy targets of interest to Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD). Bidirectional reflectance measurements were made on the various surface materials. The experimental results were compared with an in- house analytical model (BKSCAT) which predicts backscatter levels based upon flat plate bidirectional reflectance measurements. The agreement between the experimental and analytical results ranges from excellent to poor. Good agreement was obtained for targets from which representative flate plate reflectance data can be obtained.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA021631
Entities
People
- Eugene E. Bromley
- Fred J. Demma
- James H. Michels
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory