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Title: Elimination of space debris and objects of natural origin by laser radiation

Journal Article · · Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.)
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  1. A M Prokhorov General Physics Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow (Russian Federation)

We discuss the application of ground-based repetitively pulsed, high-frequency DF-laser systems and space-based Nd : YAG-laser systems for elimination of space debris and objects of natural origin. We have estimated the average power level of such systems ensuring destruction of space debris and similar objects. (laser applications)

OSTI ID:
22303378
Journal Information:
Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.), Vol. 43, Issue 9; Other Information: Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 1063-7818
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English