Space-based radio telescopes and an orbiting deep-space relay stationForemost among the candidates for early utilization of the Shuttle-launched self-deployable structures are the space-based radio telescopes. Several space-based telescopes are examined including an orbiting VLBI terminal, an orbiting submillimeter telescope, and a large ambient deployable IR telescope. Particular consideration is given to the high-gain Orbiting Deep-Space Relay Station for communication with deep-space probes. Details of deployable antenna technology are discussed.
Document ID
19790050749
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Powell, R. V. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1979
Subject Category
Space Communications, Spacecraft Communications, Command And Tracking
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 79-0947
Meeting Information
Meeting: Conference on Advanced Technology for Future Space Systems