The Optical Performance of the 81/90/3032mm ADH Baker-Schmidt Telescope
Abstract
The optical performance of the ADH Baker-Schmidt telescope is discussed in the light of test plates taken by the author and the comments from its maker, Perkin Elmer Corp. U.S.A. Although modern optical tests are needed to make a final judgement on the correction requirements, the ADH telescope seems to be a feasible, future refurbishment project. There is no question as to the cost effectiveness of using existing optics, including a full-aperture objective prism. The use of modern detector devices for galactic and extragalactic studies, including low-dispersion spectroscopy, such as developed for other large Schmidts is suggested.
- Publication:
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Irish Astronomical Journal
- Pub Date:
- July 1997
- Bibcode:
- 1997IrAJ...24..116A