Martian topography derived from occultation, radar, spectral, and optical measurements

A new global topographic map of the planet Mars, derived primarily from Mariner 9 data, is presented. Spacecraft radio signal occultation times, remote sensing of infrared and ultraviolet spectra, and earth-based radar measurements are included in the data base. Large-scale topographic relief is seen with definite fluid flow patterns established over much of the surface consistent with earlier analyses. An optical flattening of 0.0059 is obtained with a center-of-mass to center-of-figure offset of approximately 2 km to the south and 1 km toward the Tharsis ridge. Mathematical models approximating the topographic figure and 6.1-mb isobaric surface for Mars are included in this presentation.

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