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MECA Electrometer: OverviewThe Mars '01 lander contains an electrometer designed to evaluate the electrostatic nature of the Martian regolith and atmosphere. The objective is to gain a better understanding of the hazards related to the human exploration of Mars.
Document ID
20060040597
Acquisition Source
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Document Type
Conference Paper
External Source(s)
Authors
Buehler, M.
Cheng, L. J.
Orient, O.
Date Acquired
August 23, 2013
Publication Date
April 11, 1999
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other
Keywords
field ion current triboelectric
electrometer electrostatic measurements Martian regolith atmosphere electric

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