Specification of Atomic Frequency Standards for Military and Space Applications

Abstract

This paper provides a detailed review of a typical specification for a cesium clock to be used in an orbiting satellite. Area of the specifications to be discussed include the use of military standards and other government documents as references, performance criteria, electrical and mechanical interface details, parts selection, quality assurance standards, and reliability requirements. The relationship between the specifications, the statement of work, and test procedures will also be discussed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA497830

Entities

People

  • E. Powers
  • F. Danny
  • J. White

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acceptance Tests
  • Accuracy
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Atomic Clocks
  • Clocks
  • Configuration Management
  • Controlled Environment
  • Engineering
  • Frequency
  • Frequency Standards
  • Materials
  • Reliability
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Specifications
  • Standards
  • Temperature Coefficients

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Technology.

Technology Areas

  • Space