A method for statistically estimating the atomic oxygen fluence on LEO spacecraft

Abstract

Atomic oxygen (AO) is a corrosive component of the upper atmosphere which can erode external materials on satellites, especially polymers. LEO satellite designers need to estimate the thickness of erosive materials to use in... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Timothy Guild (The Aerospace Corporation)
  2. PAUL OBRIEN (The Aerospace Corporation)
  3. Joe Mazur (The Aerospace Corporation)

Topic Areas

Modeling , Ionosphere, Neutral Atmosphere, Planetary , Atmospheric Effects (e.g., drag, AO, sputtering, glow)

Session

Session 10 » Modeling and Observations (09:00 - Friday, 19th May)

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