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Why do scientists continue to study the Moon long after the Apollo program ended and list some of the types of data that have been collected.?
One type of data currently collected as a direct result of the Apollo Program is the Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment. The ongoing Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment measures the distance between the Earth and the Moon using laser ranging. Lasers on Earth are aimed at retroreflectors planted on the Moon during the Apollo program (11, 14, and 15), and the time for the reflected light to return is determined.
Can laser ranging determine the distance to the moon to an accuracy of a few centimeters?
yes
What is the full form of APOLLO?
APOLLO stands for "Automated Payload Operations Language for Life Science Experiments." It is a software system developed by NASA to facilitate life science experiments on the International Space Station.
What happens to the laser light when it reaches the satellite in the ranging system?
When the laser light reaches the satellite in a ranging system, part of the light is reflected back towards the Earth. By measuring the time it takes for the light to travel to the satellite and back, the distance between the Earth station and the satellite can be calculated with high precision. This helps in monitoring the satellite's position and orbit.
How do you calculate the distance to the moon?
Put a mirror on the moon and shine a laser on it and time how long it takes for the beam to be reflected back. You know the speed of light so can work out the round trip distance. Apollo astronauts did leave a mirror on the moon. http://www.lpi.usra.edu/lunar/missions/apollo/apollo_11/experiments/lrr/
How can I conduct a lunar laser ranging experiment at home?
To conduct a lunar laser ranging experiment at home, you will need a powerful laser pointer, a telescope, a tripod, and a clear night sky. Set up the telescope on the tripod and point it towards the moon. Use the laser pointer to send a beam towards the moon and wait for the reflection to return. Measure the time it takes for the laser beam to travel to the moon and back to calculate the distance. This experiment requires precision and caution when handling the laser.
Name the beam of light used to measure the distance from the earth to the moon?
Lunar Laser Ranging experiment. See related link.
Why do scientist continue to study the moon long after the Apollo program ended and list some of the types of data that have been collected?
One type of data currently collected as a direct result of the Apollo Program is the Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment. The ongoing Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment measures the distance between the Earth and the Moon using laser ranging. Lasers on Earth are aimed at retroreflectors planted on the Moon during the Apollo program (11, 14, and 15), and the time for the reflected light to return is determined.
Why do scientists continue to study the Moon long after the Apollo program ended and list some of the types of data that have been collected.?
One type of data currently collected as a direct result of the Apollo Program is the Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment. The ongoing Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment measures the distance between the Earth and the Moon using laser ranging. Lasers on Earth are aimed at retroreflectors planted on the Moon during the Apollo program (11, 14, and 15), and the time for the reflected light to return is determined.
Why was a mirror put on the moon?
The ongoing Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment measures the distance between the Earth and the Moon using laser ranging. Lasers on Earth are aimed at retroreflectors planted on the Moon during the Apollo program, and the time for the reflected light to return is determined.
What has the author Chester S Gardner written?
Chester S. Gardner has written: 'Ranging performance of satellite laser altimeters' -- subject(s): Lunar laser ranging
What has the author B E Schenck written?
B. E. Schenck has written: 'High-precision gravimetric survey in support of lunar laser ranging at Haleakala, Maui, 1976-1978' -- subject(s): Lunar laser ranging, Gravity
What is the name of the NASA experiments for measuring distances between Earth and the Moon?
Retro-reflectors placed on the lunar surface by NASA's Apollo missions 11, 14 , and 15 were part of the Lunar Laser Ranging experiment. Teams from MIT, Russia, France, and Japan all participated in accurate measurements of the Moon's distance.
What is a laser ranging device?
A laser ranging device is a device that uses a network of Earth's orbitting satelites.
What is a laser-ranging device?
A laser ranging device is a device that uses a network of Earth's orbitting satelites.
What is a Laser-ranging?
A method of obtaining the range of a target by illuminating it with a laser.
What kind of laser is used in diffraction grating experiment?
laser is not used in that experiment. that was mercury lamp which is used for that exp.
