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Radio Science Techniques for Deep Space Exploration
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Radio Science Techniques for Deep Space Exploration

by Sami W. Asmar
March 2022
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
352 pages
12h 30m
English
Wiley
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6 Future Directions in Radio Science Investigations and Technologies

In Collaboration with J. W. Armstrong and R. A. Preston

6.1 Fundamental Questions toward a Future Exploration Roadmap

Numerous scientific discoveries have resulted from nearly six decades of radio science (RS) investigations throughout the Solar System. The field continues to thrive due to innovative developments in many relevant areas, including:

  • Expanding scientific objectives, such as high temporal and spatial resolution of atmospheric structure, high-resolution gravitational fields for internal structure of rocky and icy bodies, high-precision determination of relativistic parameters.
  • Formulating new mission concepts, such as planetary small spacecraft, spacecraft constellations, links between multiple planets, entry probes, aerial vehicles, same beam interferometry.
  • Advancing technologies, such as optical links, 20-cm-level ranging, RS-capable software-defined radios (SDRs), space-borne atomic clocks.
  • Improving experimental methods and processing algorithms, such as time-delay local noise cancellation (TDLC) techniques, advanced signal detection software.
  • Fostering strategic partnerships among space agencies, academia, and the private sector for contributed instruments, joint publications, special conference sessions, and cross-support among ground networks.

Future investigations will benefit from the infusion of new technologies developed to expressly enhance RS or synergistically overlap. Toward a ...

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