Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Oct 1982
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1982spie..331..182a&link_type=abstract
IN: Instrumentation in astronomy IV; Proceedings of the Fourth Conference, Tucson, AZ, March 8-10, 1982 (A83-31976 14-35). Belli
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
Galileo Spacecraft, Infrared Imagery, Infrared Spectrometers, Jupiter Atmosphere, Jupiter Satellites, Spacecraft Instruments, Gratings (Spectra), Infrared Detectors, Infrared Scanners, Infrared Telescopes, Near Infrared Radiation, Numerical Control, Onboard Data Processing, Planetary Geology, Planetary Mapping, Pushbroom Sensor Modes, Radiant Cooling, Radiation Shielding
Scientific paper
In the late 1980s, the investigation of the Jupiter system will be continued with the aid of the Galileo spacecraft, which is to be placed in orbit around the planet. The Near-Infrared Mapping Spectrometer (NIMS) is one of several instruments which will be employed in connection with the study of Jupiter and its satellites. The NIMS combines spectroscopic and imaging capabilities. It represents, therefore, a new concept in remote sensing planetary experiments. Information provided by NIMS will be supplemented by results obtained with the aid of the Galileo Solid State Imager (SSI). In the SSI, very high spatial resolution is obtained, but limited spectral information is available. One of the goals of the Galileo mission is related to the investigation of the chemical composition and physical state of Jupiter's satellites, taking into account Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto. Another primary aim involves the study of the Jovian atmosphere, giving attention to chemical composition, atmospheric structure, clouds, energy balance, and atmospheric motions.
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