The Life Story Of An Infrared Telescope (springer Praxis Books)
by John K. Davies /
2016 / English / PDF
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Written by one of the astronomers who 'lived the dream' of
working there this book is a restrospectively expanded diary
featuring the 'birth and long life' of what was a truely
innovative telescope. Based on input received from people
involved in its planning, building, operation, and many
scientists who observed with it, the author tells this success
story of The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT). Conceived
in the mid 1970's as a cheap and cheerful light-bucket for the
newly emerging field of infrared astronomy it has re-invented
itself once a decade to remain at the forefront of infrared
astronomy for more than 30 years. Even in 2012 / 2013, when
ironically it faced almost certain closure, it remained one of
the most scientifically productive telescopes in the world.
Written by one of the astronomers who 'lived the dream' of
working there this book is a restrospectively expanded diary
featuring the 'birth and long life' of what was a truely
innovative telescope. Based on input received from people
involved in its planning, building, operation, and many
scientists who observed with it, the author tells this success
story of The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT). Conceived
in the mid 1970's as a cheap and cheerful light-bucket for the
newly emerging field of infrared astronomy it has re-invented
itself once a decade to remain at the forefront of infrared
astronomy for more than 30 years. Even in 2012 / 2013, when
ironically it faced almost certain closure, it remained one of
the most scientifically productive telescopes in the world.
Everybody, including amateur and professional astronomers,
interested in real astronomy projects will enjoy reading that
story and meet (again) the persons who lived it.
Everybody, including amateur and professional astronomers,
interested in real astronomy projects will enjoy reading that
story and meet (again) the persons who lived it.
