Analysis of Zodiacal Light Recordings

Author

McLane Downing

Publication Date

5-2-1954

Abstract

The object of the zodiacal light work at Capillo Peak is to take comparable records of zodiacal light intensities over an extended period of time. In order to obtain extra-terrestrial isophotes from the original recordings, corrections for loss of light intensity in the atmosphere must be made.

Degree Name

Physics

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Physics & Astronomy

First Committee Member (Chair)

N/A

Second Committee Member

John Root Green

Third Committee Member

Robert R. Brown

Language

English

Document Type

Thesis

Recommended Citation

Downing, McLane. "Analysis of Zodiacal Light Recordings." (1954). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/phyc_etds/103