On the Possibility of Obtaining Geodetic Connections between two Distant Points on the Earth's Surface by Lunar Photography.
Abstract
The use of lunar photography to obtain geodetic connections on the earth's surface has great advantages over the occultation and solar eclipse methods. The success of this method depends upon the accuracy with which a point on the moon's surface can be measured relative to the background of stars. The observational problem is a difficult one, but experiments now being carried out at the U. S. Naval Observatory should indicate whether the method of lunar photography is feasible for geodetic purposes. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1952
- Accession Number
- ADA076055
Entities
People
- Arne E. Slettebak
Organizations
- Ohio State University