Publication Date:
2019-08-14
Description:
One specific tether application of far-reaching promise would be to conduct outer atmospheric research by using a tethered subsatellite deployed downward from an orbiting 'mother' craft such as the Shuttle Orbiter. This capability would gather scientific and engineering/technology information about the outer atmosphere, primarily from 150 km down to perhaps 90 km. This paper presents current determinations of specific user needs, tether capabilities, and technological and program requirements to fulfill this application of tethers in space.
Keywords:
GEOPHYSICS
Type:
Intl. Conference on Space Tethers for Science in the Space Station Era; Oct 04, 1987 - Oct 08, 1987; Venice; Italy
Format:
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