If radiowaves are reflected from objects (i.e planets)....

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using radiowaves to image the subsurface of planets and other celestial bodies. Participants explore the potential for subsurface imaging, the limitations of Earth-based observations, and reference existing work on lunar imaging.

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  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that if radiowaves can penetrate the surface, subsurface imaging should be possible.
  • Others argue that once radiowaves reflect off the surface, they are no longer available to reflect from subsurface structures.
  • A participant notes that subsurface imaging of the moon has been conducted extensively, suggesting that such techniques may already be validated.
  • Concerns are raised about the challenges of using Earth-based observations for this purpose compared to satellite imaging.
  • Repeated assertions indicate a lack of clarity on the problem, with calls for help and clarification on the topic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the feasibility of using radiowaves for subsurface imaging, with no consensus reached on the effectiveness of this method or the challenges involved.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the dependence on the properties of radiowaves and the specific conditions of the surfaces being imaged, as well as unresolved questions about the effectiveness of Earth-based versus satellite observations.

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...and they can penetrate a bit in the surface, we could image the subsurface right? I do not see the problem...
Help please!
 
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If they have already reflected off the surface, they aren't around any more to be reflected by something beneath the surface.
 
Subsurface imaging of the moon has been done rather extensively.
 
Imaging with a satellite would be relatively easy but there must be enormous problems using Earth based observation.
 

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