Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Satellite Tracking Program Search this
Physical description:
12 cu. ft. processed holdings
Type:
Manuscripts
Clippings
Black-and-white photographs
Date:
1961
1961-1973
Category:
Series Level Description
Notes:
To view records that comprise this series, see the detailed list of accessions and/or record units below.
For a history of the creating unit, refer to "Forms part of" above.
Organization:
By project and alphabetic
Summary:
Consists of records documenting scientific projects carried out by the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. Projects include: Atomic and Molecular Physics projects; Celescope Project; Comet studies; Earth Physics projects; Historical Astronomy projects; Infrared projects; Intercomparison projects; Lunar and Planetary studies; Meteor projects; Meteorites and Cosmic Dust projects; Mount Hopkins Observatory; Multiple-Mirror Telescope Project; National Geodetic Satellite Program; Satellite Geodesy Program; and Satellite Tracking Program; Theoretical Astrophysics projects. These records were maintained by Charles A. Lundquist. A small amount of material predates Lundquist's appointment as Assistant Director (Science) in 1962. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, teletype messages, project proposals, reports, photographs, publications, and newspaper clippings.
Repository Loc.:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
