In order to make astronomical observations from the Shuttle, the observer needs good information on the intensities and spectral characteristics of various sources. This paper presents a model spectrum for the natural airglow background. The spectrum is modeled over a wavelength range extending from the extreme ultraviolet to the near-infrared. This model is based on the present knowledge of the upper atmosphere. The effect of different viewing configurations is illustrated, together with day-to-night variations. The results synthesized here assume an ideal vehicle in the sense that no contaminant emissions are induced by the Shuttle and payload. These spectra therefore represent a baseline which can be used to locate unanticipated or nonambient features.


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    Title :

    The natural background at Shuttle altitudes


    Contributors:
    Torr, Marsha R. (author) / Owens, J. K. (author) / Eun, J. W. (author) / Torr, D. G. (author) / Richards, P. G. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1987-01-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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