Introduction to Millimeter/Sub-Millimeter Astronomy
by T. L. Wilson
Publisher: arXiv 2009
Number of pages: 106
Description:
This is an introduction to the basic elements needed for the measurements and interpretation of data in the millimeter and sub-mm wavelength range. The basics of radiative transfer, receivers, antennas, interferometry radiation mechanisms and molecules are presented.
Download or read it online for free here:
Download link
(1.5MB, PDF)
Similar books
To See the Unseen: A History of Planetary Radar Astronomyby Andrew J. Butrica - NASA History Division
A comprehensive history of this surprisingly significant scientific discipline. Quite rigorous and systematic in its methodology, To See the Unseen explores the development of the radar astronomy specialty in the larger community of scientists.
(7115 views)
Practical Astronomyby P. S. Michie, F. S. Harlow - John Wiley & Sons
This volume is designed especially for the use of the cadets of the U. S. Military Academy, as a supplement to the course in General Astronomy. It is therefore limited to that branch of Practical Astronomy which relates to Field Work.
(5163 views)
Gravitational Waves: Sources, Detectors and Searchesby Keith Riles - arXiv
As the dawn of gravitational wave astronomy nears, this review, intended primarily for interested particle and nuclear physicists, describes what we have learned to date and the prospects for direct discovery of gravitational waves.
(4579 views)
Textbook on Practical Astronomyby George Leonard Hosmer - Wiley
The purpose of this volume is to furnish a text in Practical Astronomy especially adapted to the needs of civil-engineering students who can devote but little time to the subject, and who are not likely to take up advanced study of Astronomy.
(5742 views)