The objectives of the low-cost Pioneer Venus space probe program are discussed. The space mission and science requirements are analyzed. The subjects considered are as follows: (1) the multiprobe mission, (2) the orbiter mission, (3) science payload accomodations, and (4) orbiter spacecraft experimental interface specifications. Tables of data are provided to show the science allocations for large and small probes. Illustrations of the systems and components of various probe configurations are included. (Author)


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    Title :

    System Design of the Pioneer Venus Spacecraft. Volume 2: Science


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1973


    Size :

    590 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English