This book reveals the remarkable revolution which has occurred in groundbased optical and near-optical (infrared, UV) astronomy over the past 15 years, and follows the development of a wide range of new technologies. The author is an expert in the design, development and application of modern solid state imaging devices for astronomy, as is shown in his coverage of powerful new sensors, e.g. the charged coupled device (CCD).
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