This paper discusses the current state and the future improvements in the tests of relativistic gravity with Lunar Laser Ranging (LLR). We also consider precision gravitational tests with the future laser ranging to Mars and discuss optical design of the proposed Laser Astrometric Test of Relativity (LATOR) mission. We emphasize that already existing capabilities can offer significant improvements not only in the tests of fundamental physics, but may also establish the infrastructure for space exploration in the near future. Looking to future exploration, what characteristics are desired for the next generation of ranging devices, what is the optimal architecture that would benefit both space exploration and fundamental physics, and what fundamental questions can be investigated? We try to answer these questions.


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    Titel :

    Laser ranging to the Moon, Mars and beyond


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    Erscheinungsdatum :

    2004-04-20


    Medientyp :

    Preprint


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch



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