A Study of Lunar Research Flights

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Title
A Study of Lunar Research Flights
Creator
Reiffel, L.
Date
1959
Identifier
AD0425380
AD0425380
Abstract
Nuclear detonations in the vicinity of the moon are considered in this report along with scientific information which might be obtained from such explosions. The military aspect is aided by investigation of space environment, detection of nuclear device testing, and capability of weapons in space. A study was conducted of various theories of the moon's structure and origin, and a description of the probable nature of the lunar surface is given. The areas discussed in some detail are optical lunar studies, seismic observations, lunar surface and magnetic fields, plasma and magnetic field effects, and organic matter on the moon.
Date Issued
1959-06-19
Extent
190
Corporate Author
Armour Research Foundation
Report Number
AFSWC-TR-59-39 Volume 1
Contract
AF 29(601)-1164
DoD Project
5776
Distribution Conflict
No
Distribution Classification
1
DTIC Record Exists
Yes
Report Availability
Not available via Contrails
Index In
DTIC
Type
report

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