Infrared astronomy is a dynamic area of current research. It has been revolutionized in the past few years by the advent of large, sensitive, infrared arrays, and the success of several infrared satellites. This handbook provides a clear, concise and accessible reference on all aspects of infrared astronomy. Throughout, the emphasis is on fundamental concepts, practical considerations and useful data. Starting with a review of the basic infrared emission mechanisms, we are shown how the earth's atmosphere affects and limits observations from ground-based telescopes. The important systematics of photometric accuracy are treated in detail. Spectroscopy--both stellar and otherwise--is explained, and illustrated with useful examples. An important chapter is devoted to dust, which plays such a central role. Finally, the technical background to infrared instrumentation is covered to help the reader develop a proper understanding of the capabilities and limitations of infrared observations. This volume provides both an essential introduction for graduate students making infrared observations or reducing infrared data for the first time, and a convenient reference for more experienced researchers.
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"...a wealth of useful information to aid the non-specialist in understanding the nuances of infrared astronomy. This book will serve as an excellent resource for both professionals and amateurs who want to enter the realm of the infrared observer."
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Infrared astronomy is a dynamic area of current research. It has been revolutionised in the last few years by the advent of large, sensitive, infrared arrays, and the success of several infrared satellites. This handbook provides a clear, concise and accessible reference on all aspects of infrared astronomy. Throughout, the emphasis is on fundamental concepts, practical considerations and useful data.This volume provides both an essential introduction for graduate students making infrared observations or reducing infrared data for the first time, and a convenient reference for more experienced researchers.
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median averaging, photodissociation regions, infrared extinction, airglow emission, color equations, extinction law, photometric system, standard stars, bad pixels, infrared arrays, infrared photometry, dust shell, sky frame, infrared astronomy, bolometric magnitude, readout noise, interstellar medium, atmospheric transmission, exit pupil, cold stop, infrared instruments, interstellar absorption, effective wavelength, active galaxies, spectral type Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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