The Adaptive Optics Module for the Telescopio Nazionale Galileo

  • R. Ragazzoni
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Part of the Astrophysics and Space Science Library book series (ASSL, volume 220)

Abstract

The capability of the optics of the TNG telescope is near the diffraction limit, and the Roque de los Muchachos is proven to be one of the best sites for astronomical observations in the world. Full exploiting of such imaging capabilities is obtained only through correction of the image perturbation due to the unavoidable atmospheric turbulence. The main guidelines of the Adaptive Optics module for the TNG telescope are sketched and the current status of such a project is outlined.

Keywords

Adaptive Optic Wavefront Sensor Lenslet Array Wave Front Sensor Laser Guide Star 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • R. Ragazzoni
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  1. 1.Astronomical Observatory of PadovaPadovaItaly

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