BETA BACKSCATTER MEASURES ALTITUDE
Journal Article
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· Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication
OSTI ID:4162871
A density altimeter is described which makes use of the beta particles from low-energy emitters like C/sup 14/ and Pm/sup 147/. The density of the particles backscattered by the surrounding air is correlated to the altitude. This altimeter is being designed for use above 25,000 ft, while the pressure altimeter is used at lower altitudes. (B.O.G.)
- Research Organization:
- Originating Research Org. not identified
- NSA Number:
- NSA-14-009611
- OSTI ID:
- 4162871
- Journal Information:
- Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication, Journal Name: Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication Vol. Vol: 18, No. 3; ISSN NUCLA
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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