Author_Institution :
Chairman, U. S. National Committee for the International Geophysical Year, Natl. Acad. of Sciences, Washington, D.C.
fDate :
6/1/1956 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
This paper presents very briefly the nature and origin of the International Geophysical Year, and in more detail two areas of special interest: rocket studies of the upper atmosphere, and satellite studies. It brings out the scientific basis for the satellite program and the development of U. S. interest in launching a satellite for scientific observations. The present status of the program is commented on briefly.
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IRE
DOI :
10.1109/JRPROC.1956.274964
