Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Jun 1994
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1994adspr..14..253w&link_type=abstract
Advances in Space Research, vol. 14, no. 5, p. (6)253-(6)257
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
Aerospace Engineering, Astronomical Observatories, Lunar Bases, Telescopes, Lunar Surface, Mission Planning, Reflectors, Space Exploration, Moon, Space, Utilization, Astronomy, Technical Aspects, Telescopes, Moon-Based Observations, Position (Location), Mission Planning, Chronology
Scientific paper
Planning is underway to return to the Moon and explore Mars. Scientific outposts on the Moon will conduct a variety of exploration and experimentation, including astronomical observations. For lunar-based astronomy, we propose a progression in capability over time from small automated telescopes to a 16-meter reflector. Initial autonomous telescopes could be emplaced prior to permanent human outposts. Each telescope established on the Moon would be a working instrument performing exciting science as well as a science and engineering test bed for the next step-up in capabilities. Robotic telescopes on Earth, such as those at Mount Hopkins in Arizona, USA, continue to demonstrate the technology to operate small lunar telescopes which could be placed on the lunar surface as part of the Artemis initiative. Future transportation systems will allow emplacement of progressively larger and more complex lunar telescopes. Lunar observatories call for imaginative solutions to diverse problems in optics, controls, materials, structures, construction, energy management, and geotechnical and environmental engineering.
Johnson Stewart W.
Wetzel John P.
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