Space Environment Simulation to Test Satellite Thermal Control Coatings. Volume 2: Appendices 2, 3, and 4. Appendix 2: Detailed Results of Optical Measurements Made after the Various Stages of the Second Test. Appendix 3: Summary

摘要

Simultaneous irradiation of satellite thermal control coatings by electrons, protons, and ultraviolet radiation, simulating 5 yr in geostationary orbit, was carried out. A layer of contaminant, originating from adhesive RTV566 by molecular flux, was applied to samples under controlled conditions. Changes were followed by microbalances and by measurements of optical reflectance over the spectrum. Results at minus 35 and plus 2 C for up to 5.08 yr after deposition are presented.