Ján MELICHER

Using of Tautochronous Effects and Radio Sources in Universe for Realization of Maps and Reference Systems

Melicher, J.: Using of Tautochronous Effects and Radio Sources in Universe for Realization of Maps and Reference Systems. Kartografické listy, 2002, 10, 5 figs., 2 tabs., 7 refs.

Abstract: Lunar eclipse observations applied for geographic longitude determination. Discussion about two alternatives of difference geographic longitudes determination. Utilization of extragalactic radio sources (quasars and suchlike) for realization Celestial and Terrestrial Reference Systems. The interconnection among Conventional Celestial System, Instantaneous Terrestrial System and Conventional Terrestrial System. Mikovini’s message for the present.

Keywords: parallactic and tautochronous effects, lunar eclipse, difference of geographic longitudes, extragalactic radio sources, quasars, Celestial and Terrestrial Systems