The next decade in observational solar research.
Abstract
The present status of observational solar research is examined, taking into account the spatial and spectral resolution which can be achieved with today's instrumentation, observations with the Harvard ATM telescope, and some experiments conducted with the aid of Skylab. Future objectives of observational solar research are considered, giving attention to the need for improved spatial and spectral resolution, the need for improved temporal resolution, and the need for novel observations and ideas. It is predicted that significant progress can be made in line profile calculations of two- and three-dimensional solar model atmospheres in which various velocity and magnetic field distributions are assumed.
- Publication:
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Highlights of Astronomy
- Pub Date:
- 1974
- Bibcode:
- 1974HiA.....3..149B
- Keywords:
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- Solar Observatories;
- Solar Physics;
- Technological Forecasting;
- Photosphere;
- Solar Atmosphere;
- Solar Granulation;
- Solar X-Rays;
- Spectroheliographs;
- Technology Assessment;
- Three Dimensional Models;
- Solar Physics