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Camera Views Atmospheric Glow

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November 02, 2017

The Earth’s atmosphere is never completely dark. Even at night, with no moon or stars, the atmosphere gives off light due to chemical reactions that are taking place. This phenomenon, appropriately known as "airglow", is the basis for a camera Aerospace is developing to learn about the atmosphere and gather imagery.

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