Lageos's payload


Retroreflectors mounted on the surface of the sphere


Number of retroreflectors 426 (422 fused silica, 4 germanium)
Individual diameter 3.8 cm
Accuracy ground transmitter position can be determined to a few cm; tectonic motion to a few mm/year
Contruction material aluminum with a brass core
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