Click Here to Download: https://ouo.io/Z7K4ZQ Principles of Stellar Interferometry By: Andreas Glindemann Publisher: Springer Print ISBN: 9783642150272, 3642150276 eText ISBN: 9783642150289, 3642150284 Copyright year: 2011 Format: PDF Available from $ 129.00 USD SKU 9783642150289 The imaging process in stellar interferometers is explained starting from first principles on wave propagation and diffraction. Wave propagation through turbulence is described in detail using Kolmogorov statistics. The impact of turbulence on the imaging process is discussed both for single telescopes and for interferometers. Correction methods (adaptive optics and fringe tracking) are presented including wavefront sensing/fringe sensing methods and closed loop operation. Instrumental techniques like beam combination and visibility measurements (modulus and phase) as well as Nulling and heterodyne interferometry are described. The book closes with examples of observing programmes linking the theory with individual astrophysical programmes.
