The gain in interferometric resolution of extragalactic sources at radio frequencies which can be achieved by placing a very long baseline interferometry (VLBI) antenna in space is quantitatively described and a VLBI demonstration experiment using a large deployable antenna, which if realized could be a very acceptable first venture for VLBI in space is discussed. A tutorial on VLBI, a summary of the technology available for the experiment, and a preliminary mission scenario are included.


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    Title :

    Shuttle VLBI experiment. Technical working group summary report


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    Publication date :

    1982-07-01


    Type of media :

    Report


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    No indication


    Language :

    English


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