Author: C. A. BeichmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Extraterrestrial anthropology
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The Terrestrial Planet Finder (TPF)
Author: C. A. BeichmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Extraterrestrial anthropology
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The Terrestrial Planet Finder (TPF)
Author: C. A. BeichmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Life on other planets
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
White Paper for the NSF-NASA-DOE Astronomy and Astrophysics Advisory Committee Exoplanet Task Force
Author: Peter Roderick LawsonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Life on other planets
Languages : en
Pages : 7
Book Description
The Terrestrial Planet Finder Interferometer (TPF-I) will allow us to identify habitable planets like our own Earth around the nearest stars and to assess how common they might be.
Biosignatures and Planetary Properties to Be Investigated by the Tpf Mission
Author: National Aeronautics and Space Adm NasaPublisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781723817892
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
A major goal of Terrestrial Planet Finder (TPF) mission is to provide data to the biologists and atmospheric chemists who will be best able to evaluate the observations for evidence of life. This white paper reviews the benefits and challenges associated with remote spectroscopic observations of planets; it recommends wavelength ranges and spectral features; and it provides algorithms for detection of these features.DesMarais, David J. and Harwit, Martin and Jucks, Kenneth and Kasting, James F. and Woolf, Neville and Lin, Douglas and Seager, Sara and Schneider, Jean and Traub, Wesley and Lunine, Jonathan I.Ames Research Center; Jet Propulsion LaboratorySPACE MISSIONS; SPECTRAL SIGNATURES; OXYGEN ANALYZERS; OXYGEN SPECTRA; TERRESTRIAL PLANETS; SPECTRAL BANDS; EXTRATERRESTRIAL LIFE; EXTRATERRESTRIAL MATTER
Precursor Science for the Terrestrial Planet Finder
Author: Peter R. LawsonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Extrasolar planets
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
This document outlines a path for the development of the field of extrasolar planet research, with a particular emphasis on the goals of the Terrestrial Planet Finder (TPF). Over the past decade, a new field of research has developed, the study of extrasolar planetary systems, driven by the discovery of massive planets around nearby stars. The planet count now stands at over 130. Are there Earth-like planets around nearby stars? Might any of those planets be conducive to the formation and maintenance of life? These are the questions that TPF seeks to answer.
Scientific Detectors for Astronomy 2005
Author: Jenna E. BeleticPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402043309
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 825
Book Description
The 2005 meeting in Taormina, Italy was attended by 127 professionals who develop and use the highest quality detectors for wavelengths from x-ray to sub-mm, with emphasis on optical and infrared detectors. The meeting consisted of overview talks, technical presentations, poster sessions and roundtable discussions. These proceedings capture the technical content and the spirit of the 2005 workshop. The 87 papers cover a wide range of detector technologies including CCDs, CMOS, APDs, and sub-mm detectors. There are papers on observatory status and plans, special applications, detector testing and characterization, and electronics. A special feature of these proceedings is the inclusion of pedagogical overview papers, which were written by teams of leading experts from different institutions. These proceedings are appropriate for a range of expertise levels, from undergraduates to professionals working in the field. The information presented in this book will serve as a valuable reference for many years to come. This workshop was organized by the Scientific Workshop Factory, Inc. and the INAF- Osservatorio Astrofisico di Catania.
Origins 2003
Author: Encyclopedia of Space and Astronomy
Author: Joseph A. AngeloPublisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438110189
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 753
Book Description
Presents a comprehensive reference to astronomy and space exploration, with articles on space technology, astronauts, stars, planets, key theories and laws and more.
Exploring the Solar System
Author: Peter BondPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444398369
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 471
Book Description
The exploration of our solar system is one of humanity's greatest scientific achievements. The last fifty years in particular have seen huge steps forward in our understanding of the planets, the sun, and other objects in the solar system. Whilst planetary science is now a mature discipline - involving geoscientists, astronomers, physicists, and others – many profound mysteries remain, and there is indeed still the tantalizing possibility that we may find evidence of life on another planet in our system.Drawing upon the latest results from the second golden age of Solar System exploration, author Peter Bond provides an authoritative and up-to-date account of the planets, satellites and smaller debris that orbit the Sun. Written in an informal style, with minimal use of mathematics, this book is the ideal introductory text for non-science students and other readers with little or no science background. With the aid of numerous illustrations, many in full colour, this exciting book brings to life the weird and wonderful worlds that populate our corner of the Universe. This book: Assumes no background in physics , astronomy or mathematics Carefully explains key concepts Gives balanced coverage to areas of controversy or uncertainty in planetary science Is in in full color throughout and richly illustrated An interview with Peter can be found at http://wisciblog.com/2012/02/28/exploring-the-solar-system/
The Ultimate Collection on UFOs
Author: compiled from Wikipedia entries and published by by Dr GoogelbergPublisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291079823
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 521
Book Description