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The Enhanced-model Ladar Wind Sensor and Its Application in Planetary Wind Velocity MeasurementsFor several years we have been developing an optical air-speed sensor that has a clear application as a meteorological wind-speed sensor for the Mars landers. This sensor has been developed for aircraft use to replace the familiar, pressure-based Pitot probe. Our approach utilizes a new concept in the laser-based optical measurement of air velocity (the Enhanced-Mode Ladar), which allows us to make velocity measurements with significantly lower laser power than conventional methods. The application of the Enhanced-Mode Ladar to measuring wind speeds in the martian atmosphere is discussed.
Document ID
19930019626
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Soreide, D. C.
(Boeing Defense and Space Group Seattle, WA, United States)
Mcgann, R. L.
(Boeing Defense and Space Group Seattle, WA, United States)
Erwin, L. L.
(Boeing Defense and Space Group Seattle, WA, United States)
Morris, D. J.
(Boeing Defense and Space Group Seattle, WA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: Lunar and Planetary Inst., Workshop on Advanced Technologies for Planetary Instruments, Part 1
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
93N28815
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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