Optical 3D-Spectroscopy for Astronomy

Optical 3D-Spectroscopy for Astronomy
Author: Roland Bacon
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2017-03-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3527674853

Over the last 50 years, a variety of techniques have been developed to add a third dimension to regular imaging, with an extended spectrum associated to every imaging pixel. Dubbed 3D spectroscopy from its data format, it is now widely used in the astrophysical domain, but also inter alia for atmospheric sciences and remote sensing purposes. This is the first book to comprehensively tackle these new capabilities. It starts with the fundamentals of spectroscopic instruments, in particular their potentials and limits. It then reviews the various known 3D techniques, with particular emphasis on pinpointing their different `ecological? niches. Putative users are finally led through the whole observing process, from observation planning to the extensive ? and crucial - phase of data reduction. This book overall goal is to give the non-specialist enough hands-on knowledge to learn fast how to properly use and produce meaningful data when using such a 3D capability.

Polarimetry of Stars and Planetary Systems

Polarimetry of Stars and Planetary Systems
Author: Ludmilla Kolokolova
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2015-05-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107043905

A comprehensive review of state-of-the-art techniques, models and research methods in modern astronomical polarimetry.

Ground-based and Airborne Instrumentation for Astronomy III

Ground-based and Airborne Instrumentation for Astronomy III
Author: Ian S. McLean
Publisher: SPIE-International Society for Optical Engineering
Total Pages: 3206
Release: 2010
Genre: Astronomical instruments
ISBN: 9780819482259

Proceedings of SPIE present the original research papers presented at SPIE conferences and other high-quality conferences in the broad-ranging fields of optics and photonics. These books provide prompt access to the latest innovations in research and technology in their respective fields. Proceedings of SPIE are among the most cited references in patent literature.

A Brief Introduction to the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Life

A Brief Introduction to the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Life
Author: Cesare Barbieri
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2019-06-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0429576803

This book provides an introduction, from the astronomical point of view of the author, to the exciting search for extra-terrestrial life, and an overview of the current status of research into ‘alien’ life in the Solar System and beyond. It also explores the potential future human exploration of the Moon and Mars. Up-to-date with the latest developments in the field and accompanied by key references for further study, it is a fantastic introduction to the field of astrobiology for non-science majors taking an elective module, in addition to undergraduates studying physics with an interest in this area. Features: Contains the latest groundbreaking research in the hunt for life outside of Earth Discusses the identification of biosignatures in exo-planets Reviews future options for human outposts on the Moon and Mars

The Exoplanet Handbook

The Exoplanet Handbook
Author: Michael Perryman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 973
Release: 2018-08-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108329667

With the discovery of planets beyond our solar system 25 years ago, exoplanet research has expanded dramatically, with new state-of-the-art ground-based and space-based missions dedicated to their discovery and characterisation. With more than 3,500 exoplanets now known, the complexity of the discovery techniques, observations and physical characterisation have grown exponentially. This Handbook ties all these avenues of research together across a broad range of exoplanet science. Planet formation, exoplanet interiors and atmospheres, and habitability are discussed, providing in-depth coverage of our knowledge to date. Comprehensively updated from the first edition, it includes instrumental and observational developments, in-depth treatment of the new Kepler mission results and hot Jupiter atmospheric studies, and major updates on models of exoplanet formation. With extensive references to the research literature and appendices covering all individual exoplanet discoveries, it is a valuable reference to this exciting field for both incoming and established researchers.

Protostars and Planets VI

Protostars and Planets VI
Author: Henrik Beuther
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Total Pages: 945
Release: 2014-12-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0816531242

Proceedings of a conference held in Heidelberg, Germany, July 15-20, 2013.