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View SchemaImpact Studies Using a One Stage Light Gas Gun
| Authors | Jorge Carmona, Mike Cook, Jimmy Schmoke, Katie Harper, Jerry Reay, Lorin Matthews, Truell Hyde |
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| ArXiv ID | physics/0401161 |
| URL | https://arxiv.org/abs/physics/0401161 |
Abstract
The Center for Astrophysics,Space Physics, and Engineering Research (CASPER) has completed construction and calibration of a Light Gas Gun (LGG), which is used for low velocity impact studies. At geosynchronous orbit, space debris can impact commercial satellites at velocities of 500 m/s [1] reducing their useful lifetime. Additionally, there is an ever-increasing population of abandoned nonoperational satellites and related debris in these orbits [2]. Therefore, it is important to clearly understand the physics behind how such collisions can cause structural damage. This is most easily determined by measuring the damage incurred on representative material exposed to test collisions in the laboratory. Data collected in this manner will not only help illuminate the shock physics involved but can also aid in providing methods for designing advanced shielding for satellites.
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