Reflecting Telescope Optics II: Manufacture, Testing, Alignment, Modern Techniques (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library)
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| Rating | : | 4.75 (881 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 3540603565 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 557 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-02-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This book, written by the designer of the worlds largest telescope, the VLT in Chile, covers the essential modern developments in telescope optics. Richly illustrated, this work covers important modern techniques, which makes it one of the most complete references on telescope optics.. In addition to these topics, the book also covers the alignment of telescope optics, atmospheric optics, adaptive optics, reflective coatings, and ancillary equipment. In the last twenty years, modern technology has revolutionized not only manufacturing and test procedures but also the entire area of quality specification
With the extensive name and subject index this volume should also be useful as a reference book.L. The book is the only monograph currently available which treats the whole range of modern optical technology of reflecting telescopes in a comprehensive way. Special topics can easily be found with the help of the extensive name and subject indices, and thanks to the long list of references, the book is an entry point for more detailed studies. Noether, ESO Messenger 106, pp 49-50 (2001). The book should also be of interest for more ambitious amateur astronomers
Pulpit Pounding Political Pundit said Too expensive for what it is. But if you need it then I guess you just bite the bullet and buy it! It is loaded with math, calculus and FFT's, just like a good book on optics should have.