Satellite Laser Ranging in the 1990s : Report of the 1994 Belmont Workshop
- Author
- Degnan, John J.
- Published
- Nov 1, 1994.
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- An international network of 43 stations in 30 countries routinely collects satellite ranging data which is used to study the solid Earth and its interactions with the oceans, atmosphere, and Moon. Data products include centimeter accuracy site positions on a global scale, tectonic plate motions, regional crustal deformation, long wavelength gravity field and geoid, polar motion, and variations in the Earth's spin rate. By calibrating and providing precise orbits for spaceborne microwave altimeters, satellite laser ranging also enables global measurement of sea and ice surface topography, mean sea level, global ocean circulation, and short wavelength gravity fields and marine geoids. It provides tests of general relativity and a means or subnanosecond time transfer. This workshop was convened to define future roles and directions in satellite laser ranging.
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- Document ID: 19950007860.
Accession ID: 95N14274.
NAS 1.55:3283.
REPT-95B00003.
NASA-CP-3283.
1-2 Feb. 1994; Elkridge, MD; United States. - Terms of Use and Reproduction
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