Faraday Cup Detectors

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Abstract:

The study of low-energy charged particles, in the range from 1 to 10 keV, through the use of Faraday cup detectors is documented. In 1961, the design of the first Faraday cup was initiated, and the final Faraday cup was placed in orbit in 1968. The development of these instruments is described, and observations from successful launches are discussed.

Author(s):
Hilton, Henry H. ; Stevens, John R.
Author Organization(s):
AEROSPACE CORP EL SEGUNDO CA LAB OPERATIONS
Descriptive Note:
Rept. for Jul 1962-Jun 1970
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/AD0732284
Pagination:
0129

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
TR-0172(2260-20)-3, SAMSO-TR-71-222
Contract/Grant Number(s):
F04701-71-C-0172
Monitor Series:
TR-71-222, SAMSO
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2.7_Experimentation; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_4.5.4_Requirements Definition; JCA_4.5_Operational Contract Support
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*MAGNETOSPHERE, *RADIATION MEASURING INSTRUMENTS, ELECTRONS, PLASMAS(PHYSICS), SCIENTIFIC SATELLITES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Atmospheric Physics, Nuclear Instrumentation
Keyword(s):
PLASMA DIAGNOSTICS, PLASMA PROBES
Report Date:
1971 Jun 15