Astronomical Optics and Elasticity Theory - Active Optics Methods (Paperback, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009)

Astronomical Optics and Elasticity Theory provides a very thorough and comprehensive account of what is known in this field. After an extensive introduction to optics and elasticity, the book discusses variable curvature and multimode deformable mirrors, as well as, in depth, active optics, its theory and applications. Further, optical design utilizing the Schmidt concept and various types of Schmidt correctors, as well as the elasticity theory of thin plates and shells are elaborated upon. Several active optics methods are developed for obtaining aberration corrected diffraction gratings. Further, a weakly conical shell theory of elasticity is elaborated for the aspherization of grazing incidence telescope mirrors. The very didactic and fairly easy-to-read presentation of the topic will enable PhD students and young researchers to actively participate in challenging astronomical optics and instrumentation projects.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag
Country of origin:	Germany
Series:	Astronomy and Astrophysics Library
Release date:	November 2010
First published:	2009
Authors:	Gerard Rene Lemaitre
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 30mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	575
Edition:	Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
ISBN-13:	978-3-642-08843-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Optics (light) Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Mechanical engineering > General Books > Professional & Technical > Electronics & communications engineering > Electronics engineering > Microwave technology Promotions
LSN:	3-642-08843-0
Barcode:	9783642088438

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