Abstract
The Lick Observatory laser guide star adaptive optics system has undergone continual improvement and testing as it is being integrated as a facility science instrument on the Shane 3 meter telescope. Both Natural Guide Star (NGS) and Laser Guide Star (LGS) modes are now used in science observing programs. We report on system performance results as derived from data taken on both science and engineering nights and also describe the newly developed on-line techniques for seeing and system performance characterization. We also describe the future enhancements to the Lick system that will enable additional science goals such as long-exposure spectroscopy.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering |
Editors | P.L. Wizinowich, D. Bonaccini |
Pages | 354-359 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Volume | 4839 |
Edition | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | Adaptive Optical System Technologies II - Waikoloa, HI, United States Duration: Aug 22 2002 → Aug 26 2002 |
Other
Other | Adaptive Optical System Technologies II |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Waikoloa, HI |
Period | 8/22/02 → 8/26/02 |
Keywords
- Adaptive Optics
- Astronomy
- Laser Guide Star
- Lick Observatory
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Condensed Matter Physics