DocumentCode
1229062
Title
An S-Band, Multi-Channel, Phase-Coherent Transponder for the Goddard Range and Range Rate Tracking System
Author
Shaner, James R.
Author_Institution
C-W Transponder Section Military Electronics Division, Western Center Motorola, Incorporated
Volume
2
Issue
2
fYear
1964
fDate
4/1/1964 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
79
Lastpage
86
Abstract
This paper describes an S-band, multi-channel transponder which is utilized in the Goddard Range and Range Rate Tracking System for extremely accurate orbital or trajectory tracking of spacecraft from near-earth to lunar distances. A short general description of the system operation and capabilities will be presented. A detailed definition of the physical and electrical configuration of the transponder plus a discussion of the operating characteristics and design problems will follow.
Keywords
Aerospace electronics; Extraterrestrial measurements; Fasteners; Frequency; Geophysical measurements; Rails; Satellite ground stations; Space vehicles; Testing; Transponders;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Aerospace, IEEE Transactions on
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0536-1516
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/TA.1964.4319573
Filename
4319573
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