A ten-meter optical telescope for deep-space communicationsOptical communications using laser light in the visible spectral range is being considered for future deep-space missions. Such a system will require a large telescope in earth vicinity to be used as a receiving station for data return from the spacecraft. A preliminary discussion for a ground-based receiving station consisting of a 10-meter hexagonally segmented primary with high surface tolerance and a unique sunshade is presented.
Document ID
19910038610
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Shaik, Kamran (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Kerr, Edwin L. (JPL Pasadena, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Astronomy
Meeting Information
Meeting: Advanced Technology Optical Telescopes IV