Phase B and breadboard results of the Ka-band altimeter for future microsatellite altimetry missions
21 July 2003
CNES is studying in partnership with scientific laboratories and industry the feasibility of a high-resolution ocean topography mission based upon a new class of wide-band, Ka-band altimeter. This paper presents the altimeter/radiometer design and performance as well as results from the breadboard activities. The accommodation on a microsatellite is also shown.