| Description |
1 online resource (xxi, 631 pages) : illustrations |
| Series |
Astrophysics and space science library, 0067-0057 ; 360 |
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Astrophysics and space science library ; 360.
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| Contents |
Fundamentals of optical telescopes -- Mirror design for optical telescopes -- Telescope structures and control systems -- Advanced techniques for optical telescopes -- Space telescope projects and their development -- Fundamentals of radio telescopes -- Radio telescope design -- Millimeter and submillimeter wavelength telescopes -- Infrared, ultraviolet, x-ray, and gamma ray telescopes -- Gravitational wave, cosmic ray and dark matter telescopes -- Review of astronomical telescopes |
| Summary |
This book presents a complete summary of the author's twenty five years of experience in telescope design. It provides a general introduction to every aspect of telescope design. It also discusses the theory behind telescope design in depth, which makes it a good reference book for professionals. It covers Radio, Infrared, Optical, X-Ray and Gamma-Ray wavelengths. It was originally published in Chinese |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Translated from the Chinese |
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Print version record |
| In |
Springer eBooks |
| Subject |
Telescopes -- Design and construction
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Physique.
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Telescopes -- Design and construction
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2008942086 |
| ISBN |
0387887911 |
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9780387887913 |
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