Abstract
Optical and infrared ground-based astronomy is undergoing a renaissance. Advances in material technology, system modeling, and the ability to correct atmospheric distortions in real time have produced a new generation of powerful, large telescopes. An equally profound revolution stems from the availability of large observational databases that span the electromagnetic spectrum. The increased use of such databases as well as the need to operate the new telescopes efficiently requires the development of a National or International Virtual Observatory to set standards for astronomical database formats, data quality assurance, and access protocols, and also to provide all-inclusive centers for data products.
Original language | American English |
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Journal | Gemini Preprint #68 |
State | Published - Jun 2023 |
Keywords
- infrared ground-based astronomy
- Virtual Observatory
Disciplines
- Instrumentation