Build astronomical observatories on the Moon?

Technological challenges, expense, and the problem of dust are among the issues to confront in any discussion of astronomy performed away from Earth. Two scientists debate the relative merits of Moon-based telescopes compared with ones in free space.

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Published in:Physics today 2006-11, Vol.59 (11), p.50-54
Main Authors: Lowman, Paul D., Lester, Daniel F.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Astronomy
Costs
Dust
Moon
Technological change
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Summary:Technological challenges, expense, and the problem of dust are among the issues to confront in any discussion of astronomy performed away from Earth. Two scientists debate the relative merits of Moon-based telescopes compared with ones in free space.
ISSN:0031-9228
1945-0699
DOI:10.1063/1.2435647