Title :
The Pioneer 8 and 9 Cosmic Ray Detector System
Author :
Bukata, R.P. ; Keath, E.P. ; Younse, J.M. ; Bartley, W.C. ; McCracken, K.G. ; Rao, U.R.
Author_Institution :
The University of Texas at Dallas Dallas, Texas
Abstract :
An instrument designed to measure the directional properties of cosmic ray propagation in the energy range 1-63 MeV per nucleon during solar active years is described. This instrument has been flown on the interplanetary space vehicles Pioneers 8 and 9. The detector package is discussed with regard to its mechanical, electrical, and data conditioning properties. In-flight calibration procedures are briefly discussed.
Keywords :
Anisotropic magnetoresistance; Extraterrestrial measurements; Gold; Instruments; Magnetic fields; Orbits; Packaging; Radiation detectors; Solid scintillation detectors; Space vehicles;
Journal_Title :
Nuclear Science, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TNS.1970.4325746
