Equatorial Scintillation of Satellite Signals and some Drift Characteristics of the Scintillation.

Abstract

Vhf/uhf satellite signals from the Pacific FleetSat have been monitored in Guam from April 1982 through 1 May 1983 to study the drift characteristics of equatorial scintillation. Two receivers spaced 1500 feet (457 metres) apart in an east-west direction were used. In addition, one receiver was used to monitor the L-band signals from the Pacific MariSat. Occurrence and intensity of equatorial scintillation are compared to drift velocities and geomagnetic and solar activity. Drift velocities and geomagnetic activity are also compared.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 15, 1983
Accession Number
ADA137555

Entities

People

  • M. R. Paulson

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Altitude
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Cross Correlation
  • Data Analysis
  • Elevation
  • Indian Ocean
  • Intensity
  • Ionosphere
  • L Band
  • Low Elevation
  • Measurement
  • Pacific Ocean
  • Periodic Variations
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Radio Waves
  • Seasonal Variations
  • Solar Activity

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics.
  • Atmospheric Science/Meteorology

Technology Areas

  • Space