Abstract
We describe concepts for small space telescopes that are able to provide significant UV science and can be realized with small (but realistic) budgets. The concepts are based on nano-satellites carrying small optics, with no redundancy, without producing intermediate models prior to flight model, and using COTS (custom off-the-shelf) components. We describe a few concepts of deployable optics that could provide large collecting areas and high angular resolution while packaged in the small volume of a nano-satellite. We point out areas where technological development is still required.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 205-209 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Astrophysics and Space Science |
Volume | 354 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 23 Oct 2014 |
Keywords
- Cubesat
- Nano-satellite
- Space astronomy
- Ultraviolet
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Space and Planetary Science