Fluxgate magnetometry for precise mapping of the Earth's field

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    Abstract

    The requirements for precise global mapping of the Earth's vector magnetic field from a high inclination LEO satellite needs a stable and precise vector magnetometer. Equally important are the measurement of the stellar attitude of the vector sensor and establishment of the calibration by onboard comparison to an absolute scalar magnetometer. In addition, the position in orbit and the precise timing relative to the UTC is needed. Finally, the end-to-end system precision also depends on a known and controlled local satellite magnetic field.
    Original languageEnglish
    JournalSensor Letters
    Volume5
    Issue number1
    Pages (from-to)110-112
    ISSN1546-198X
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2007

    Keywords

    • stellar camera
    • scalar magnetometer
    • vector magnetometer
    • space magnetic measurement

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