Spacelab as an Experimental Platform for the Development of Operational Earth Observation Systems
Abstract
The experimental platform provided by Spacelab for the development of global spaceborne earth monitoring systems is discussed from the point of view of European scientists and engineers. The operational and experimental requirements on the Spacelab remote sensing systems (which cover all appropriate spectral bands) are outlined. The characteristics of the various remote sensors accommodated by Spacelab are tabulated, along with the European earth observation payload alternatives. Missions and the respective type of payload are defined, including experimental missions for basic scientific research, experimental technological missions for sensor and data system testing and qualification, and missions aimed at testing operational systems.
- Publication:
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Journal of the British Interplanetary Society
- Pub Date:
- November 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976JBIS...29..743D
- Keywords:
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- Data Collection Platforms;
- Mission Planning;
- Remote Sensors;
- Spacelab;
- Technology Utilization;
- Data Systems;
- European Space Programs;
- International Cooperation;
- Payloads;
- Pollution Monitoring;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles