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Trends in measurement of solar vector magnetic fields using the Zeeman effectTrends in spectropolarimetry as applied to the problem of Zeeman effect measurement are discussed. The use of detector arrays to improve observing efficiency is obtained. Which required new polarization modulation schemes that match the time required to read detector arrays. Another significant trend is narrowband filters, to improve angular and temporal coverage, and to Fourier transform spectrometers, to improve spectral coverage and precision. Low-polarization designs and improved methods for compensating instrumental polarization were developed. A requirement for high angular resolution suggests using adaptive optical devices to subdue the effects of bad seeing. The ultimate strategy to beat the seeing is to loft the telescope above the atmosphere such as is planned with a 30-cm telescope in 1985 and a 1250-cm telescope in 1990.
Document ID
19850021565
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Harvey, J. W.
(Kitt Peak National Observatory Tucson, AZ, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1985
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Marshall Space Flight Center Meas. of Solar Vector Magnetic Fields
Subject Category
Solar Physics
Accession Number
85N29877
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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