Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Jan 1979
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1979spie..183..198r&link_type=abstract
In: Space optics; Proceedings of the Seminar, Huntsville, Ala., May 22-24, 1979. (A80-17432 05-89) Bellingham, Wash., Society of
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
Space Shuttle Payloads, Spaceborne Astronomy, Spaceborne Telescopes, Ultraviolet Astronomy, Astronomical Spectroscopy, Facilities, Feasibility Analysis, Focal Plane Devices, High Resolution, Optical Correction Procedure, Photosensitivity, Space Shuttle Orbiters, Spacelab, Tolerances (Mechanics), Ultraviolet Spectroscopy
Scientific paper
The paper describes a 1-m high-resolution wide field-of-view telescope (Starlab) to be used on board the Space Shuttle. The purpose of Starlab is to obtain optical astronomical observations in the UV domain of the spectrum. The discussion focuses on scientific programs and technical description of the Starlab. The use of photographic film and rapid reconfiguration is possible because Starlab is flown in the Shuttle-attached mode. The Starlab uses an f/15-modified Ritchey-Chretien telescope, followed by an instrument selector that gives access to the conventional Cassegrain focus or, by inserting a diagonal mirror, to a radial focal plane. Results of five critical subsystem-design studies confirm the feasibility of using state-of-the-art design practices in meeting the Starlab science and engineering requirements.
Oberheuser J. H.
Richard H. L.
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