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Lunar Laser Ranging (LLR)

Starting in July 1969, the Apollo and Lunaxhod programs deployed a variety of scientific experiments on the surface of the Moon. Among those devices were laser ranging retroreflectors, which, a generation later, still yield fundamental scientific data.

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Starting in July 1969, the Apollo and Lunaxhod programs deployed a variety of scientific experiments on the surface of the Moon. Among those devices were laser ranging retroreflectors, which, a generation later, still yield fundamental scientific data.

Related Publications

2023. "International Laser Ranging Service.", Travaux, 43 825-858 [Full Text] [Report]

2023. "Recent Developments at the Apache Point Lunar Laser Ranging Station.", Proceedings of the 22nd International Workshop on Laser Ranging, [Full Text] [Proceedings]