Multifiber waveguide spectrograph for astronomy

Frederick G. Watson*

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Abstract

It is suggested that multimode slab waveguide spectrographs currently under development for wavelength division multiplexing in optical communications might have an application in astronomy. The nature of these devices is described, and a survey of their development in the communications industry presented. The applicability of existing devices is investigated and found to be limited. However, it is shown that only a modest improvement in resolution (factor of 2-4), together with a realization of the potentially very high optical efficiency, could yield an astronomically useful device. The anticipated problems in developing such as instrument are outlined.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationFiber Optics in Astronomical Applications
EditorsSamuel C. Barden
Place of PublicationBellingham, WA
PublisherSPIE
Pages68-74
Number of pages7
ISBN (Print)0819418293
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 1995
Externally publishedYes
EventFiber Optics in Astronomical Applications - Orlando, FL, USA
Duration: 17 Apr 199517 Apr 1995

Publication series

NameProc. SPIE
PublisherSPIE
Volume2476

Other

OtherFiber Optics in Astronomical Applications
CityOrlando, FL, USA
Period17/04/9517/04/95

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