INFORMATION ON SOVIET BLOC INTERNATIONAL GEOPHYSICAL COOPERATION-1960

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• Publication Date: October 7, 1960
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INFORMATION O!1 SOVIET 13LOC INTERNATIONAL GEO ttYSICAL COOPERATION - 19
October 7, 1960
U. S. Department of Commerce
Business and Defense Services Administration
Office of Technical Services
Washington 25, D. C.
Published Weekly
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INFORMATION ON P!TER':ATIO'AL GEOPHYSICAL COOPERATION--
SOV';ET, `a OC ACTI'IITIES
Table of CContenta Pra:e
ROCKETS AI!D ARTIFIC:rA EART.i SATELLITES
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ROCKETS AND ART'TFIC IAL EARTH SATELLITES
Ahstraeto ('rem I:ujurs No. I
and No, 5 of '"Iakuaatveni re Spu,tniki Zcmli"
Iuciues No. 40 and No. 5 of the famed Russian publication "rakusct-
vennyyo Sputniki Zemli" (Artificial Earth Sutelliteu) are now available
in this country. Issue No. 4 contains 15 articles and Issue No. 5 con
tainu 10 articles. Brief abstracts are proiided below,
Issue 4:
1. "Motion of an Artificial Satellite in the Normal Gravitational Field
of the Earth," by M. D. Kislik, pp. 3-17.
This article examines the problem of the motion of an artificial
satellite in a normal gravitational field of the Earth without considera.
tion of the influence of air resistance and anomalies in the force of
gravity. The results can be used when computing the orbits of satellites
and also for a qualitative analysis of the influence of the Earth's com-
pression on the motion of satellites.
2. "Determination of the Density of the Upper Atmosphere on the Basis
of the Results of Observations of the Flight of the Third Soviet Arti-
ficial Earth Satellite," by P. Ye. E1'yasberg and V. D. Yastrebov, pp.
18-30.
This article is devoted to an exposition of the results of the
determination of the density of the upper atmosphere based on data of
the most precise measurements of the orbital elements of the third arti
ficial earth satellite in the course of its first period of existence.
3. "Variations in the Density of the Upper Atmosphere Based on Data
Concerning Changes in the Periods of Revolution of Artificial Earth
Satellites," by G. A. Kolegov, pp. 31-34.
Observations of artificial earth satellites have shown that the
rate of decrease in the periods of revolution as a result of braking in
the upper atmosphere does not increase monotonously as the satellite
descends but experiences notable variations. Because this decrease is
due to the density of the upper atmosphere it is possible for us to
judge variations in density from variations in the rate of decrease.
This article gives the results of processing experimental data based
on observations of Soviet artificial earth satellites. It also gives
some interpretations of the results.
4. "Determination of Conditions of Illumination and the Time an Arts
ficial Earth Satellite is Present in the Shadow and in the Sun," by
I. M. Yatsunskiy, pp. 35-42.
This article sets forth one of the possible methods for deter-
mination of the conditions of illumination of a satellite and provides
a brief analysis of the motion of the 1st, 2d and 3rd Soviet satellites
in relation to the Earth's shadow.
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"Determination of the Orbital Parameters of the Artificial Satellite
Based on Data from Terrestrial Measurements," by T. M. Enoyev, A. K.
Platonov, and R. K. Kar,akova, pp. 43-55.
This article briefly sots forth a method for determination of
orbital olernontL of a satellite and prediction of its motion on the basic
of processing of data collected by optical and radiotochnical observe
tion:s,
6. "Methods for the Numerical Solution of Equations in Finite Differen-
coo and Their Application to Computations of the Orbits of Artificial
Earth Satellites," by G. P. Taratynova, pp. 56-81.
This lengthy paper presents a numori;al solution of equations in
finite differences and their, application to computations of the orbits
of artificial earth satellites. The need for developing such methods
arose during the solution of certain problems in celestial mechanics in
which it was necessary to derive the solution of a system of nonlinear
differential equations describing motion for large intervals of time.
Such problems are discussed as the problem of determination of the life-
time of an artificial satellite, determination of the evolution of the
satellite orbit during its lifetime and the long-range prediction of the
satellite orbit, etc,
7. "Equations for Perturbed Motion in Kepler's Problem," by A. I. Lur'ye,
pp. 82-85.
This brief communication is based on a direct application of the
method of variation of arbitrary constants in dealing with equations of
perturbed motion of a planet.
8. "Elements in the Theory of Impact of Solid Bodies with Great (Cosmic)
Velocities," by K. P. Stanyukovich, pp. 86-117.
Stanyukovich's article examines the problem of the impact of mete-
orites with cosmic velocities against the surface of a planet. This prob-
lem is also pertinent to the study of the'impact of micrometeorites
against the surfaces of artificial earth satellites and cosmic rockets.
9. "Meteoric Matter and Some Problems of Geophysics of the High Layers
of the Atmosphere," by B. A. Mirtov, pp. 118-134.
This article makes an attempt to correlate certain phenomena
arising in the upper atmosphere with the presence there of rapidly mov-
ing particles of meteoric origin. The role of meteoric matter in the
upper layers of the atmosphere has been studied very inadequately. This
article therefore discusses the problem under two headings (1) meteoric
matter and the scattering of light in the upper atmosphere and (2) mete-
oric matter and night glow.
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10. "Magnetometrio Apparatus on the Third Soviet Artificial Earth Satol-
lito," by S. Sh, Dolginov, L. N. Zhuzgov and V. A. Selyutin, pp. 135-160.
This article is perhaps the most definitive paper on the subject
of satellite magnotometrie appuratua over to appear in Soviet literature.
This superbly illustrated article describes the apparatus in great de-
tail; many diagrams are provided.
11. "Method of Determination of the Electrical Potential of Bodice
Situated in Plasma," by Ya. M. Shvarts, pp. 161-164.
This article describes a method of determination of the electri-
cal potential of satellites and rockets. This method is applicable to
the determination of the potential of any body situated in plasma.
12. "Investigation of Meteoric Particles on the Third Soviet Artificial
Earth Satellite," by T. N. Nazarova, pp. 165-170.
This article provides a method for deriving information concern-
ing very small meteoric particles. This method involves the use of the
integral characteristics of meteoric matter derived from the observation
of zodiacal light and by having recourse to extrapolation. Table 1,
drawn up on the basis of photometric research, shows the highly variable
values for spatial density of dust-like meteoric matter in the vicinity
of the Earth's orbit.
13. "Some Results of the Measurement of the Mass Spectrum of Positive
Ions on the Third Soviet Artificial Earth Satellite," by V, 0. Istomin,
pp. 171-183.
This article gives the results of measurements made by the radio
frequency mass spectrometer installed on the third Soviet satellite. It
recorded positive ions with mass numbers 32, 30, 28, 18, 16 and 14.
These were identified with charged ions of molecular oxygen, nitric oxide,
molecular nitrogen, atomic oxygen and atomic nitrogen. Data were re-
ceived from a range of elevations between 225 and 980 km and in a range
of latitudes between 27?N. and 65?N. A definite pattern was discovered
in the change of composition of the ionosphere with height and latitudes.
14. "Measurement of Cosmic Rays on Geophysical Rockets," by Yu. G.
Shafer and A. V. Yarygin, pp. 184-194.
This article gives the results of research conducted in 1958 to
determine the global intensity of cosmic rays by using Geiger counters
and an ionization chamber installed aboard a geophysical rocket. The
instrument is described textually and diagrammetrically.
15. "The Artificial Comet as a Method of Optical Observations of Cosmic
Rockets," by I. S. Shklovskiy, pp. 195-204.
Shklovskiy's well illustrated article describes the use of an
artificial comet for the purpose of enhancing the possibilities of mak-
ing optical observations of cosmic rockets.
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Issue 5:
1. "Orbits of Cosmic Rockets in the Direction of the Moon," by L. I.
Sedov, pp. 3-15.
This well illustrated article represents the text of a speech
made at the annual meeting of the American Rocket Society in November
1959.
2. "Magnetic Measurements on the Second Cosmic Rocket," by S. Sh.
Dolginov, Ye. O. Yeroshenko, L. N. Zhuzgov, N. V. Puahkov and L. 0.
Tyurmina, pp. 16-23.
This paper presents results of measurements of both the Earth's
magnetic field and that of the Moon (none was found to exist).
3. "Measurements of Radiation During the Flight of the Second Cosmic
Rocket," by S. N. Vernov, A. Ye. Chudakov, P. V. Vakulov, Yu. I. Logachev
and A. 0. Nikolayev, pp. 24-29.
This presentation reports on the investigation of radiation as
recorded by apparatus installed on the second cosmic rocket. The instru-
ments used are listed and described. Data are supplied relative to the
Earth's outer radiation belt, cosmic radiation between the Earth and
Moon, and measurements made to detect the possible existence of a lunar
radiation belt.
4. "Investigation of Cosmic Rays During the Flight of the Second Cosmic
Rocket to the Moon," by L. V. Kurnosova, V. I. Logachev, L. A. Razorenov
and M. I. Fradkin, pp. 30-37.
This article describes the instruments carried aboard the cosmic
rocket to measure the intensity of cosmic rays. An important part of
the article deals with the nuclear component.
5. "Results of Investigation of Meteoric Matter with Instruments In-
stalled Aboard Cosmic Rockets," by T. N. Nazarova, pp. 38-40.
Comparison of the results received from measurements made aboard
the third satellite and three cosmic rockets show that the density of
meteoric matter in the vicinity of the Earth is not constant. It changes
in time and space.
6. "Some Problems of Control in Interplanetary Space," by B. V. Raushen-
bakh and Ye. N. Tokar', pp. 41-53.
This study is devoted to an examination of several problems aris-
ing in the control of an interplanetary missile. It represents a rather
detailed presentation of certain equations and laws applicable to the
solution off: this problem.
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7, "Dotormination of' Conditions of Visibility of' Cosmic Rockets," by
0. V. Curl(o) pp. 5/#-59.
The conditions under which cosmic rockets may be observed are
discussed In considerable detail, Conditions are favorable for obrserva-
tWori when the obucr'vation point is situated in. the Earth'a shadow, the
rocket is at a sufficiently goat viewing angle, and the object pocsouclos
the required brightness. These factors are ouch treated in separate rjcc-
tions, The formation of an artificial "comot" at the proper moment is
one of the methods of enhancing the possibilities of observation.
8. "On the Problem of the Formation of N04' in the Upper Atmosphere,"
by A. D. Danilov, pp. 60-65.
It has been previously demonstrated that an important role in the
upper atmosphere is played by the process of overcharging ions of atomic
oxygen with molecules of nitrogen, yielding ions of N0+. The ions form-
ing as a result of this reaction should recombine rather rapidly, disso-
ciating into nitrogen and oxygen. This study makes an attempt to examine
these reactions and compare the results of computations with observational
data.
9. "Observations for Signals of the Third Soviet Artificial Earth Satel-
lite at Cape Chelyuskin," by L. P. Kuperov, pp. 66-70,
Observations for signals of the third Soviet artificial earth
satellite wore made at Cape Chelyuskin (77?43' N., 104?17' E.) between
16 May and 6 June 1958 (between the 13th and 296th revolutions) on a fre-
quency of 20005 kc,, Observations were made by workers of the A-ctic and
Antarctic Scientific Research Institute. The article describes the ap-
paratus used in these observations and the results obtained.
10, "Change of Albedo of the First Artificial Earth Satellite as a Re-
sult of the Ini'luence of External Factors," by I. M. Yatsunskiy and 0.
V. Gurko, pp. 71-73.
This article discusses change in albedo and the character of the
satellite's reflecting surface as a result of the influence of the atmos-
phere, meteoric matter ana other physical factors.
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