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TRP Work Plan 2005-2007
Description of Activities
TEC-SB/7935/dc
12/Feb/09
TRP Reference:
Title:
T215-04MM
Planetary surface Dating Instrument (Luminescence dating)
The age of a planetary surface is a very important information in order to understand surface modulations and overall
geodynamic processes of a planetary body. So far no approach has been made to adapt a specific technique for this
purpose. Optically Stimulated Luminescence Dating is used on Earth commonly to measure sediments up to an age of one
million years. This technique makes use of the interaction between ionizing radiation and solid matter. Free charges are stored
in lattice defects and accumulated over time. Under defined conditions the electrons fall back on lower energetic levels and
release light, the luminescence signal. The intensity of the signal is relative to the age of a buried grain. This method can be
adapted to investigations on Mars, as such data from the Martian surface are elementary for understanding of the evolution of
the planet. The same can be applied to other and Near Earth Objects (NEO).
Deliverables:
Breadboard. Technical data package.
Current TRL: TRL0-1 Target TRL: TRL2 Application Need/Date: TRL5 by 2012
Application/Mission: NEO missions Contract Duration: 24 months
SW Clause : - Dossier0 Ref.: T-8020
Consistency with Harmonisation
Not directly linked to harmonised technology.
Roadmap and Conclusions:
TRP Reference: T215-05EE
Title:
Jupiter Radiation Environment and Effect Tools
The severe Jupiter radiation environment will be modelled. As a starting point the JPL and Salammbo code results will be
used. The complete Jupiter spatial and energy range will be treated, and dynamic as well as long-term averages will be
modelled. The results will be useable for engineering. The development will include the appropriate improvements to tools for
shielding, internal charging (DICTAT), electronic radiation effects and solar array degradation as appropriate for the Jovian
environment. Effects models for spacecraft nuclear elements will be included.
Deliverables:
Requirements analysis, models of environment and effects implemented in an engineering toolkit.
Current TRL: TRL1 Target TRL: TRL4 Application Need/Date: TRL4 by 2007-2010
Application/Mission: Jupiter missions Contract Duration: 24 months (Ph1&2)
SW Clause : Operational SW Dossier0 Ref.: T-9
Consistency with Harmonisation
Roadmap and Conclusions:
Space Radiation Environment Models and In-Orbit Monitors (UPDATE)
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