The Japanese National Large Telescope
Abstract
The 8-m optical-IR reflector is described in terms of the conceptual design, the telescope's site and dome, instrumentation, and the prospects for investigation with international cooperation. The primary mirror is f/2 and designed for fabrication from monolithic thin meniscus, and special ancillary features are described including fast optics, a thermally controlled dome, and active mirror support. Particular attention is given to the motivation and strategies for optimizing the quality of the instrument in terms of IR study. Construction of the instrument is expected to be complete around 1998, and international collaboration on the fabrication and use of the facility is expected.
- Publication:
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Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia
- Pub Date:
- 1991
- DOI:
- 10.1017/S1323358000024863
- Bibcode:
- 1991PASA....9...52K
- Keywords:
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- Infrared Telescopes;
- Mirrors;
- Fabrication;
- Japan;
- Structural Design;
- Astronomy