Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Nov 1980
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1980uta..rept......&link_type=abstract
Final Report Texas Univ., Austin. Dept. of Astronomy.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
Geodynamics, Laser Range Finders, Portable Equipment, Atomic Clocks, Calibrating, Computer Programs, Cross Correlation, Image Enhancement, Lageos (Satellite), Laser Damage, Mirrors, Optical Filters, Safety Management, Target Recognition, Telescopes, Trailers, Yag Lasers
Scientific paper
The technology of the transportable Laser Ranging Station (TLRS) used in crustal dynamics studies was examined. The TLRS used a single photoelectron beam of limited energy density returned from the Laser Geodynamic Satellite (LAGEOS). Calibration was accomplished by the diversion of a small portion of the outgoing beam attenuated to the same level as the satellite return. Timing for the system was based on a self calibrating Ortec TD811, 100 picosec time interval device. The system was contained in a modified, single chassis recreational vehicle that allowed rapid deployment. The TLRS system was only airmobile on the largest transport aircraft. A 30 cm simple plano/concave transfer lens telescope aided in beam direction. The TLRS system fulfills the need for an accurate method of obtaining range measurements to the LAGEOS satellite incorporated in a mobile, air transportable, and economical configuration.
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