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Comparison of probe and radar ionosphere temperaturesThe discrepancy in temperature measurements of ionospheric electrons by Langmuir electrostatic probes, and radar backscatter are discussed. The discrepancy occurs at altitudes from 350 to 800km, and the probe temperatures are consistantly higher than the radar temperatures. It is concluded that the non-Maxwellian energy distribution provides an explanation for the altitude and the lower radar temperatures.
Document ID
19720015683
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Hoegy, W. R. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1972
Publication Information
Publication: Significant Accomplishments in Sci., 1970
Subject Category
Geophysics
Accession Number
72N23333
Distribution Limits
Public
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Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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