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Accession Number:
AD0426207
Title:
Radar Observations of the Moon at 8.6-mm Wavelength
Descriptive Note:
[Technical Report, Technical Report]
Corporate Author:
MASSACHUSETTS INST OF TECH LEXINGTON
Report Date:
1963-10-08
Pagination or Media Count:
31
Abstract:
The experimental, pseudo-CW radar used to detect the first lunar echoes at millimeter wavelengths is described. This system, with a peak-power output of 12 watts, has been used to obtain preliminary mapping of the moon at a wavelength of 8.6 mm with resolution in angle only. Approximately 85 of the reflected power can be attributed to diffuse scattering. This component appears to follow the Lommel-Seeliger Law although there are insufficient data to define the distribution accurately. For the positions observed, there was no significant difference in reflection between the maria and the continents, within limits of approximately or - 2db. The total radar cross section of the moon at 8.6-mm wavelength was determined to be 7 or - 2 of the geometric cross section.
Distribution Statement:
[A, Approved For Public Release]
