Planetary Atmosphere Modeling and Predictions
Abstract
The capability to generate spacecraft frequency predictions which include the refractive bending effects induced during signal passage through a planetary atmosphere is a pivotal element of the DSN Radio Science System. This article describes the current implementation effort to develop planetary atmosphere modeling and prediction capability.
- Publication:
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Deep Space Network Progress Report
- Pub Date:
- December 1977
- Bibcode:
- 1977DSNPR..42..125B
- Keywords:
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- Atmospheric Models;
- Planetary Atmospheres;
- Predictions;
- Frequencies;
- Refractivity;
- Spacecraft Communication;
- Lunar and Planetary Exploration