SIRTF, A Cryogenically Cooled IR Telescope

W. H. Alff; J. J. Schmidt

doi:10.1117/12.952006

1 May 1986 SIRTF, A Cryogenically Cooled IR Telescope

W. H. Alff, J. J. Schmidt

Proceedings Volume 0590, Infrared Technology and Applications; (1986) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.952006
Event: 1985 International Technical Symposium/Europe, 1985, Cannes, France

Abstract

The Space Infrared Telescope Facility (SIRTF) is a space-borne astronomical near-infrared to submillimeter telescope. Because of its high sensitivity, SIRTF will significantly increase observational capability over what is currently available. SIRTF is being developed by NASA to fly in the mid 90's. It will be carried to orbit by the Space Transportation System and placed in its final orbit by the Orbiting Maneuvering Vehicle.

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W. H. Alff and J. J. Schmidt "SIRTF, A Cryogenically Cooled IR Telescope", Proc. SPIE 0590, Infrared Technology and Applications, (1 May 1986); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.952006

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