Space Telescopes

Author : Neil English
Publisher : Springer
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319278148

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Space telescopes are among humankind’s greatest scientific achievements of the last fifty years. This book describes the instruments themselves and what they were designed to discover about the Solar System and distant stars. Exactly how these telescopes were built and launched and the data they provided is explored. Only certain kinds of radiation can penetrate our planet's atmosphere, which limits what we can observe. But with space telescopes all this changed. We now have the means to "see" beyond Earth using ultraviolet, microwave, and infrared rays, X-rays and gamma rays. In this book we meet the pioneers and the telescopes that were built around their ideas. This book looks at space telescopes not simply chronologically but also in order of the electromagnetic spectrum, making it possible to understand better why they were made.

Author : Andrew Langley
Publisher : Future Space
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781543572711

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Space Telescopes by Andrew Langley Pdf

"Edge Books are published by Capstone Press."

Author : Andrew Langley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781543572797

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Space Telescopes by Andrew Langley Pdf

Over the last 400 years, telescope technology has come a long way. From dying stars to burping black holes, take a look at the most exciting discoveries in deep space.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Government publications
ISBN : UIUC:30112086367171

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Hubble Space Telescope by Anonim Pdf

Author : James Cornell,Paul Gorenstein
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0262030977

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Astronomy from Space by James Cornell,Paul Gorenstein Pdf

Since the Space Age began a quarter-century ago, astronomers have been able to reach out and often touch celestial bodies that formerly could only be dimly viewed from afar. Probes have flown by or landed on many of the planets. Astronauts have made direct observations from Earth orbit and on the Moon. Most important, a host of satellites in Earth orbit have recorded the emissions of X-ray, infrared, and ultraviolet radiation from distant sources normally invisible beneath the atmosphere. And when the Space Telescope goes aloft, man's vision of the cosmos will be extended further still. The essays in this book describe the results of twenty-five years of space observation, summarize what has been learned so far, and speculate on the possibilities that are now within grasp. Leo Goldberg provides a point of departure by describing what astronomy was like when it was limited to peering at the night sky through Earthbound telescopes. Goldberg also expresses the hopes astronomers had for discovery in the anticipated Age of Space. The chapters that follow reveal what has been discovered about the geological features of the inner planets (James W. Head, III), the Moon (John A. Wood), the giant planets as seen during the close encounters of the Voyagers (Bradford A. Smith), and the Sun (Randolph H. Levine). The next chapters document the first ventures into deep space and describe the understanding of a previously invisible universe revealed by ultraviolet sources (Andrea K. Dupree) and X-ray sources within the Milky Way (Jonathan E. Grindlay) and beyond (Paul Gorenstein). George B. Field, who chaired the National Academy of Science committee charged with developing priorities for U.S. astronomical research in the 1980s, discusses the future of space astronomy. An epilogue by Ursula B. Marvin describes a planet body that until recently had never been seen from the vantage point of space: the Earth itself. The editors and most of the contributors are affiliated with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. James Cornell also edited, with Alan P. Lightman, Revealing the Universe: Prediction and Proof in Astronomy (MIT Press paperback).

Author : Ray Villard
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2001-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781435863804

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Large Telescopes by Ray Villard Pdf

This book gives students an in-depth look at how large telescopes work. The wonder and awe of space and the scientific instruments we use to study it both come shining through in this fascinating book. Full-color diagrams and illustrations will help students visualize how the technology of telescopes works. Students will learn about the creation of mirrors 26.2 feet wide and telescope teams that work together to create a telescope as powerful as if it had a mirror the size of Earth!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 716 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Space astronomy
ISBN : STANFORD:36105010896624

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Space Telescopes and Instruments by Anonim Pdf

Author : Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : UOM:39015040388475

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Hubble Space Telescope by Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.) Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board,Space Studies Board,Committee on the Assessment of Options for Extending the Life of the Hubble Space Telescope
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2005-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309165457

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Assessment of Options for Extending the Life of the Hubble Space Telescope by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board,Space Studies Board,Committee on the Assessment of Options for Extending the Life of the Hubble Space Telescope Pdf

The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) has operated continuously since 1990. During that time, four space shuttle-based service missions were launched, three of which added major observational capabilities. A fifth â€" SM-4 â€" was intended to replace key telescope systems and install two new instruments. The loss of the space shuttle Columbia, however, resulted in a decision by NASA not to pursue the SM-4 mission leading to a likely end of Hubble's useful life in 2007-2008. This situation resulted in an unprecedented outcry from scientists and the public. As a result, NASA began to explore and develop a robotic servicing mission; and Congress directed NASA to request a study from the National Research Council (NRC) of the robotic and shuttle servicing options for extending the life of Hubble. This report presents an assessment of those two options. It provides an examination of the contributions made by Hubble and those likely as the result of a servicing mission, and a comparative analysis of the potential risk of the two options for servicing Hubble. The study concludes that the Shuttle option would be the most effective one for prolonging Hubble's productive life.

Author : Pierre Bely
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2006-05-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387226064

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The Design and Construction of Large Optical Telescopes by Pierre Bely Pdf

There is no dearth of books on telescope optics and, indeed, optics is clearly a keyelementinthedesignandconstructionoftelescopes.Butitisbynomeans the only important element. As telescopes become larger and more costly, other aspects such as structures, pointing, wavefront control, enclosures, and project management become just as critical. Although most of the technical knowledge required for all these ?elds is available in various specialized books, journal articles, and technical reports, they are not necessarily written with application to telescopes in mind. This bookisa?rstattemptatassemblinginasingletextthebasicastronomicaland engineering principles used in the design and construction of large telescopes. Itsaimistobroadlycoverallmajoraspectsofthe?eld,fromthefundamentals ofastronomicalobservationto optics, controlsystems,structural,mechanical, andthermalengineering,aswellasspecializedtopicssuchassiteselectionand program management. This subject is so vast that an in-depth treatment is obviously imprac- cal. Our intent is therefore only to provide a comprehensive introduction to the essential aspects of telescope design and construction. This book will not replace specialized scienti?c and technical texts. But we hope that it will be useful for astronomers, managers, and systems engineers who seek a basic understanding of the underlying principles of telescope making, and for s- cialists who wish to acquaint themselves with the fundamental requirements and approaches of their colleagues in other disciplines.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : UCAL:B4371303

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Scientific Research with the Space Telescope by Anonim Pdf

Author : John W. Hardy
Publisher : Oxford Optical and Imaging Sci
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Science
ISBN : 0195090195

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Adaptive Optics for Astronomical Telescopes by John W. Hardy Pdf

This book by one of the leaders in adaptive optics covers the fundamental theory and then describes in detail how this technology can be applied to large ground-based telescopes to compensate for the effects of atmospheric turbulence. It includes information on basic adaptive optics components and technology, and has chapters devoted to atmospheric turbulence, optical image structure, laser beacons, and overall system design. The chapter on system design is particularly detailed and includes performance estimation and optimization. Combining a clear discussion of physical principles with numerous real-world examples, this book will be a valuable resource for all graduate students and researchers in astronomy and optics.

Author : Greg Roza
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2003-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781435873773

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The Incredible Story of Telescopes by Greg Roza Pdf

The world of optical, radio, and space telescopes will be on view for students in this fascinating story. From the first telescopes of Galileo and Newton to today’s giant twin Keck telescopes in Hawaii, readers will learn about the workings of lenses and mirrors. The book also looks at how a primary mirror is made, why the dish of a radio telescope needs to be wide, and how the Hubble Space Telescope gives astronomers sharper images than do telescopes on Earth.

Author : Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.). Symposium
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2003-06-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521824591

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A Decade of Hubble Space Telescope Science by Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.). Symposium Pdf

The Hubble Space Telescope has made some of the most dramatic discoveries in the history of astronomy. From its vantage point 600km above the Earth, Hubble is able to capture images and spectra that would be difficult or impossible to obtain from the ground. This volume represents some of the most important scientific achievements of the Hubble Space Telescope in its first decade of operation. Written by world experts, this is an indispensable collection of review articles for researchers and graduate students.

Author : GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council)
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-01
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781119042563

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The Official Guide for GMAT Verbal Review 2016 with Online Question Bank and Exclusive Video by GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) Pdf

Ace the GMAT® with the only official study guides from the creators of the exam With 25% brand new content, The Official Guide for the GMAT Verbal Review 2016 is the only official study guide focusing on the verbal portion of the GMAT® exam. It delivers more than 300 retired questions from the GMAT®, complete with answer explanations to help focus your test preparation efforts. Also includes exclusive online resources: Build your own practice tests with exclusive online access to 300 reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and sentence correction questions from official GMAT® exams Exclusive access to videos with insight and tips on GMAT preparation from previous test-takers and from the officials who create the test