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Space Astronomy and the Slow-Scan VidiconSpace astronomy is defined. In particular, the requirements for visual exploration of the Moon and Mars are outlined. The slow-scan vidicon is shown to be particularly useful as an astrophotographic instrument for space astronomy. The special instrumentation requirements for a slow-scan vidicon system are described for a Mars mission. Some of the techniques are illustrated with photos taken with a slow-scan vidicon system using as an optical objective the Mt. Wilson 60-in. telescope.
Document ID
19640004932
Acquisition Source
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
L. R. Malling
(Jet Propulsion Lab La Cañada Flintridge, California, United States)
Date Acquired
August 2, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1963
Publication Information
Publication: Journal of the SMPTE
Publisher: SMPTE
Volume: 72
Issue Publication Date: November 1, 1963
ISSN: 0361-4573
Subject Category
Machine Elements And Processes
Astronomy
Report/Patent Number
JPL-TR-32-531
NASA-CR-53053
Accession Number
64N14846
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS7-100
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Public Use Permitted.
Keywords
VIDICON
ASTRONOMY
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