Conceptual design considerations for the Astrometric Telescope Facility

The system of an astrometric telescope on the Space Station and its support by the Station are described and its feasibility demonstrated. The conceptual design shows that such a facility provides a basis for the study of design alternatives and a point of departure for a detailed design. Basic requ...

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Published in:Astrophysics and space science 1991-03, Vol.177 (1-2), p.315-319
Main Authors: Dyer, John W., Nishioka, K., Sobeck, Charles K., Gatewood, George D., Levy, Eugene H.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Astronomy
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Summary:The system of an astrometric telescope on the Space Station and its support by the Station are described and its feasibility demonstrated. The conceptual design shows that such a facility provides a basis for the study of design alternatives and a point of departure for a detailed design. Basic requirements for this preliminary design are outlined.
ISSN:0004-640X
1572-946X
DOI:10.1007/BF00643697