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Reflecting Telescope Optics II: Manufacture, Testing, Alignment, Modern Techniques

Reflecting Telescope Optics II

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"Reflecting Telescope Optics II" by Raymond N. Wilson is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This book, written by the designer of the worlds largest telescope, the VLT in Chile, covers the essential modern developments in telescope optics. In the last twenty years, modern technology has revolutionized not only manufacturing and test procedures but also the entire area of quality specification. In addition to these topics, the book also covers the alignment of telescope optics, atmospheric optics, adaptive optics, reflective coatings, and ancillary equipment. Richly illustrated, this work covers important modern techniques, which makes it one of the most complete references on telescope optics.

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Best For: Students and professionals in astronomy and optical engineering
Focus: Modern developments in manufacturing, testing, alignment, and quality specification of reflecting telescope optics
Covers: Manufacture, testing, alignment, atmospheric optics, adaptive optics, and reflective coatings of telescope optics
Why It Matters: Provides updated techniques and knowledge from an expert involved in designing the world's largest telescope, reflecting recent technological advances in telescope optics

"Reflecting Telescope Optics II" by Raymond N. Wilson is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Raymond N. Wilson

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

This book, written by the designer of the worlds largest telescope, the VLT in Chile, covers the essential modern developments in telescope optics. In the last twenty years, modern technology has revolutionized not only manufacturing and test procedures but also the entire area of quality specification. In addition to these topics, the book also covers the alignment of telescope optics, atmospheric optics, adaptive optics, reflective coatings, and ancillary equipment. Richly illustrated, this work covers important modern techniques, which makes it one of the most complete references on telescope optics.

AuthorRaymond N. Wilson
PublisherSpringer Science & Business Media
Published2001-07-17
ISBN-139783540603566
BindingHardcover
Pages584
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy
SeriesAstronomy and Astrophysics Library

Format: Hardcover

Length: 584 pages

Language: English

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