Author :
Kaplan, Jonathan
Author_Institution :
National Academy of Sciences, Washington, DC, USA
Abstract :
This paper presents very briefly the nature and origin of the International Geophysical Year, and in more detail two areas of special interest: rocket studies of the upper atmosphere and satellite studies. It brings out the scientific basis for the satellite program and the development of U. S. interest in launching a satellite for scientific observations. The present status of the program is commented on briefly.
Conference_Titel :
1958 IRE International Convention Record
Conference_Location :
New York, NY, USA
DOI :
10.1109/IRECON.1956.1150470
