MFE/Magnolia - A joint CNES/NASA mission for the earth magnetic field investigationThe joint phase B study in the CNES/NASA MFE/Magnolia mission to study the earth's magnetic field are reported. The scientific objectives are summarized and the respective responsibilities of NASA and CNES are outlined. The MFE/Magnolia structure and power systems, mass and power budgets, attitude control system, instrument platform and boom, tape recorders, rf system, propellant system, and scientific instruments are described.
Document ID
19890030424
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Runavot, Josette (CNES Centre Spatial de Toulouse, France)
Ousley, Gilbert W. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)