A gradiometric approach, rather than the more complicated satellite to satellite tracking, is proposed for studying anomalies in the gravitational fields of the Earth and, possibly, other telluric bodies. The first analyses of a gradiometer based on four of ONERA's CACTUS or SUPERCACTUS accelerometers are summarized. it is shown that the obstacles to achieving the required accuracy are not insuperable. The device will be carried in a 1000 kg lens shaped satellite in a heliosynchronous orbit 200 to 300 km in altitude. The first launching is planned for the end of 1987.


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    Title :

    Gradio: Project proposal for satellite gradiometry


    Contributors:
    Balmino, G. (author) / Barilier, F. (author) / Bernard, A. (author) / Bouzat, C. (author) / Riviera, G. (author) / Runavot, J. (author)

    Publication date :

    1981-12-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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