Engineering topics

Michael H Carr

Publications and source records attributed to Michael H Carr.

5 records

NASA NTRS1984

The Geology of the Terrestrial Planets

The geologic history of the terrestrial planets is outlined in light of recent exploration and the revolution in geologic thinking. Among the topics considered are planet formation; planetary craters, basins, and general surface characteristics; tectonics; planetary atmospheres; and volcanism.

Michael H Carr↗

NASA NTRS1984

Asteroids, Comets and Planet Formation

The nature of comets and asteroids is reviewed briefly. The formation of planets is examined. Meteorites and chondrites a meteoritic subclass, are discussed.

Michael H Carr↗

NASA NTRS1984

Venus

The following aspects of the planet Venus are discussed: orbit, rotation, composition, wind erosion, topography, surface roughness, gravity, and tectonics. The Venera satellites, Pioneer space probes, and Mariner space probes involved in Venusian exploration are enumerated.

R Stephen Saunders↗

NASA NTRS1984

Earth

The following aspects of the planet Earth are discussed: plate tectonics, the interior of the planet, the formation of the Earth, and the evolution of the atmosphere and hydrosphere. The Earth's crust, mantle, and core are examined along with the bulk composition of the planet.

Michael H Carr↗

NASA NTRS1984

Mars

The following aspects of the planet Mars are addressed: general properties of the surface, the atmosphere and surface volatiles, craters and crater ages, volcanoes, wind erosion, and the polar regions.

Michael H Carr↗