Use of radiation gauging methods to measure atmospheric density during Martian entry

J. W. Ranftl

ResearchPublished 1965

An evaluation of radiation gauging as a method for measuring the Martian atmospheric density profile during entry by an unmanned probe. The most promising technique of the several currently available appears to be X-ray backscattering with an electrically generated, continuously operating source of radiation, and an electron beam generating soft X rays, to be used as an auxiliary technique to extend the gauging range. (See also RM-4437, RM-4451.) 83 pp. Bibliog.

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  • Year: 1965
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  • Document Number: RM-4434-NASA

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