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Portable Radiometer Identifies Minerals in the FieldHand-held optical instrument aids in identifying minerals in field. Can be used in exploration for minerals on foot or by aircraft. The radiometer is especially suitable for identifying clay and carbonate minerals. Radiometer measures reflectances of mineral at two wavelengths, computes ratio of reflectances, and displays ratio to user.
Document ID
19820000050
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Goetz, A. F. H. (CALTECH)
Machida, R. A. (CALTECH)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
December 1, 1982
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 6
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
NPO-15234
Accession Number
82B10050
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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