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A prototype laser-ranged test mass for the Deep Space Gravity Probe mission has been designed and is being constructed to study anomalous deceleration in interplanetary probes. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To design and construct a laser-ranged test mass for the Deep Space Gravity Probe mission and evaluate a hollow retroreflector for the GPS-3.

March 5, 2026Open Access

Design and Construction of a Laser-Ranged Test Mass for the Deep Space Gravity Probe Mission and Test of a Hollow Retroreflector for the GPS-3

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BABoni A CCCantone C.DSDell'Agnello S.

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This research tests a laser-ranged mass in deep space missions, suggesting advancements in satellite technology.

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To design and construct a laser-ranged test mass for the Deep Space Gravity Probe mission and evaluate a hollow retroreflector for the GPS-3.
Developed a laser-ranged test mass prototype for DSGP
Conducted optical performance tests on laser cube corner retroreflectors
Collaborated with NASA-GSFC on testing retroreflectors for GPS-3
Successfully tested around 200 flight CCRs for space deployment
Developed a functional prototype laser-ranged test mass for DSGP
Demonstrated the hollow retroreflector's capabilities for military GPS applications

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A et al. (2008) studied this question.

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