Research on techniques for laser ranging to optical corner reflectors on the moon. Research on laser techniques and single photo-electron detection and timing
Abstract
Experimental studies using a pulsed LED, Cerenkov source, and a 100 ps laser were made of various photomultipliers and discriminator combinations. In addition, a new type of neodymium-YAG frequency doubled laser was used as the basis for the development of a stable, short pulse, high repetition rate laser system. This laser was then used in conjunction with atomic clocks to study the effect of gravitational potential on elapsed time. Avenues to promote the development of international cooperation in the area of lunar laser ranging were also explored.
- Publication:
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Final Report
- Pub Date:
- June 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976cpmd.rept.....A
- Keywords:
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- Laser Range Finders;
- Lunar Rangefinding;
- Photoelectrons;
- Atomic Clocks;
- Gravitational Effects;
- International Cooperation;
- Neodymium;
- Photomultiplier Tubes;
- Relativity;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Time;
- Yag Lasers;
- Lasers and Masers