Bistatic-Radar Detection of Lunar Scattering Centers with Lunar Orbiter I
- 14 July 1967
- journal article
- research article
- Published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in Science
- Vol. 157 (3785) , 193-195
- https://doi.org/10.1126/science.157.3785.193
Abstract
Continuous-wave signals transmitted from Lunar Orbiter I have been received on Earth after they have been reflected from the surface of the moon. The frequency spectrum of the reflected signals is used to locate discrete, heterogeneous, scattering centers on the lunar surface. The scattering centers are probably distinguished from the surrounding terrain by a higher surface reflectivity. Continuous-wave bistatic radar could provide an important new method for the study and mapping of planetary surfaces.This publication has 2 references indexed in Scilit:
- Geological applications of optical data processingJournal of Geophysical Research, 1966
- Enhancement of radar reflectivity associated with the lunar crater TychoJournal of Geophysical Research, 1962