The primary goals of the Lidar In-Space Technology Experiment (LITE) are to demonstrate the maturity of space-based lidar technology, to provide some unique measurements, and to provide a platform for the development of technology for future space-based systems. LITE is currently scheduled to fly on the Shuttle in early 1994. Approval has recently been given for the first of several planned follow-on missions at 2-year intervals. The first mission will be used to develop experience in operating a lidar system in a space environment and to evaluate the sensitivity of the instrument for performing scientific studies. The second mission will focus on scientific studies of clouds, aerosols, and the middle atmosphere. On subsequent follow-on missions, LITE will be used as a test bed for demonstrating more advanced measurement capabilities.


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    Title :

    Lidar in-Space Technology Experiment (LITE)


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1992


    Size :

    4 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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