One technique for measuring atmospheric properties of planets involves observation of response of entry vehicle to atmosphere; Ames Research Center study of such technique indicated accuracy with which it could be made to yield properties of Mars atmosphere; some of findings of investigation are described relating to atmospheric-structure and atmospheric composition experiments; vehicle design considerations.
Defining Mars' atmosphere -- Goal for early missions
Astronautics Aeronautics
Astronautics and Aeronautics ; 3 , n 2 ; p 16-21
1965
6 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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