Basic Optics for the Astronomical Sciences

Basic Optics for the Astronomical Sciences
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Publisher : SPIE-International Society for Optical Engineering
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ISBN-10 : 0819483664
ISBN-13 : 9780819483669
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Book Synopsis Basic Optics for the Astronomical Sciences by : Jim Bernard Breckinridge

Download or read book Basic Optics for the Astronomical Sciences written by Jim Bernard Breckinridge and published by SPIE-International Society for Optical Engineering. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text was written to provide students of astronomy and engineers an understanding of optical science - the study of the generation, propagation, control, and measurement of optical radiation - as it applies to telescopes and instruments for astronomical research in the areas of astrophysics, astrometry, exoplanet characterization, and planetary science. The book provides an overview of the elements of optical design and physical optics within the framework of the needs of the astronomical community.


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