The Principles of Astronomical Telescope Design

By Jingquan Cheng

Book Overview

This book presents a complete summary of the author's twenty five years of experience in telescope design. It provides a general introduction to every aspect of telescope design. It also discusses the theory behind telescope design in depth, which makes it a good reference book for professionals. It covers Radio, Infrared, Optical, X-Ray and Gamma-Ray wavelengths. Originally published in Chinese.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0387887903
• ISBN13: 9780387887906
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 634 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"