A Method for Analyzing the Surfaces of Extraterrestrial Bodies

• Published in: IEEE transactions on nuclear science Vol. 12; no. 1; pp. 104 - 111
• Main Authors: Martin, Troy C., Blake, Kenneth R., Morgan, Ira L.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: IEEE 01.02.1965
• Subjects: Chemical elements; Extraterrestrial measurements; Fluorescence; Geometry; Nuclear measurements; Radiation detectors; Titanium; Voltage; X-ray detection; X-ray detectors

A technique for measuring the major elements comprising an extraterrestrial surface is discussed. This technique has been used to analyze the elements in a three element matrix simulating a common meteorite. Some of the advantages and disadvantages are discussed.