REVIEW ARTICLE: X-ray telescopes
Abstract
Current knowledge concerning the deflection of X-rays from real mirrors is reviewed, with emphasis given to X-ray scattering for X-ray observation applications. The mirror configurations of a typical X-ray telescope are presented, and the status of current imaging capabilities in the field of X-ray optics is discussed. Consideration is also given to X-ray telescope fabrication techniques, including direct grinding and polishing. Among the specific instruments described are: the Extreme Ultraviolet Explorer (EUVE) telescope; the Advanced X-ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF) instrument; the X-ray Multi-Mirror Mission (XMM) telescope; and the telescopes of the Einstein Observatory and Exosat.
- Publication:
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Reports on Progress in Physics
- Pub Date:
- May 1985
- DOI:
- Bibcode:
- 1985RPPh...48..579A
- Keywords:
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- Spaceborne Telescopes;
- X Ray Astronomy;
- X Ray Imagery;
- X Ray Telescopes;
- Fourier Series;
- Fresnel Reflectors;
- Heao 2;
- Mirrors;
- Refractivity;
- Supernova Remnants;
- Technology Assessment;
- Astronomy