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Title:  Instruments and Techniques for Radio Astronomy

Author: Editor Paul F. Goldsmith
Edition: NA
ISBN: 0-87942-240-8
Date: 1988
Publisher: IEEE Press
Binding: Hard Cover
Size approximately (inches): 9 x 11-1/4
Pages: 565

Book Condition: Good. Previously owned. NO dust jacket. Intact and a good reading copy. Shelf wear and edge wear. Has facility number sticker on lower spine covered in clear tape (see image). Would make a nice addition to your library.

Special Notes: Outstanding reference book

About the book*

Chapter (Parts - each has multiple entries) Heading List:

1. Filled Aperture Antennas
2. Interferometers
3. Antenna Measurement and Calibration
4. Receivers and Radiometers
5. Special Receivers and Techniques
6. Spectrometers
7. Calibrations
8. Very Long Baseline Interferometry
9. Data Processing Techniques
10. Related Technolofy

Author index, Subject index and Editor's Biography

Instrumentation and Techniques for Radio Astronomy, edited by Paul F. Goldsmith and published by IEEE Press in 1988, is a comprehensive 565-page reference that compiles foundational and advanced material on the tools and methodologies used in radio astronomy. Prepared under the sponsorship of the IEEE Microwave Theory and Techniques Society, the book serves as a valuable resource for both students and professionals in the field.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Antenna Design and Performance: Discussions on various antenna types, such as parabolic reflectors and feed horns, and their efficiencies.

• Receiver Systems: Insights into low-noise amplifiers, mixers, and detectors essential for capturing weak astronomical signals.

• Signal Processing Techniques: Exploration of methods like Fourier transforms and correlation techniques used to analyze radio signals.

• Calibration and Measurement: Strategies for ensuring accurate measurements, including discussions on noise temperature and system calibration.

• Interferometry and Aperture Synthesis: Detailed examination of techniques that allow for high-resolution imaging of celestial sources.

This compilation is particularly notable for its practical approach, emphasizing real-world applications and challenges in radio astronomical observations. It brings together contributions from various experts, reflecting the collaborative nature of advancements in this scientific domain.

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