Techniques of mass spectrometry are reviewed and the theory of the quadrupole mass spectrometer (QMS) is discussed. The QMS is shown to have several advantages over older types of mass spectrometers. The QMS has been flown on a large number of rockets and several satellites. More sophisticated versions of the QMS are proposed for future satellites. Special emphasis is placed on problems of contamination which are likely to be encountered on a large and complex satellite like the Advanced Technology Satellite ATS-G. The development of a QMS to detect and forestall such contamination is discussed.


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    Title :

    Spacecraft applications of quadrupole mass spectrometry


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    Publication date :

    1972-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


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    Language :

    English




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