Computer Science
Scientific paper
Jun 1982
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1982icar...50..140b&link_type=abstract
(Workshop on Quasi-Periodic Climatic Changes on Earth and Mars, Moffett Field, CA, Feb. 24-26, 1981.) Icarus, vol. 50, May-June
Computer Science
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Mars Photographs, Mars Surface, Mineral Deposits, Polar Regions, Stratigraphy, Topography, Climatology, Photogrammetry, Stereophotography, Viking Orbiter Spacecraft
Scientific paper
The first samples of high resolution Viking Orbiter topographic and stratigraphic data for the layered polar deposits of Mars are presented, showing that these deposits are with respect to both slopes and angular relief similar to those in the south. It is also demonstrated that, in conjunction with stereophotogrammetry, photoclinometry holds promise as a tool for detailed layered deposit studies. The spring season photography, which lends itself to photoclinometric analysis, covers the entire area of the north polar deposits. Detailed tests of layered terrain evolution hypotheses will be made, upon refinement of the data by comparison with stereo data. A more promising refining technique will make use of averaging perpendicular to selected sections to enhance SNR. Local reliefs of 200-800 m, and slopes of 1-8 deg, lead to initial calculations of average layer thickness which yields results of 14-46 m, linearly correlated with slope.
Blasius Karl R.
Cutts James A. J.
Howard Alan D.
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