The P78-2 (SCATHA) satellite was launched on 30 January 1979 to measure the characteristics of the spacecraft charging process near synchronous orbit. A Charging Electrical Effects Analyzer onboard measures the characteristics of electrical discharges in both the frequency and time domain. Pulses are detected in response to commands, during electron and ion beam operations and during natural charging events. (Author)


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    Title :

    Characteristics of Electrical Discharges on the P78-2 Satellite (SCATHA)


    Contributors:
    H. C. Koons (author)

    Publication date :

    1980


    Size :

    28 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English