Adaptive optics

GPTKB entity

Statements (22)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:technology
gptkbp:component Control System
deformable mirror
wavefront sensor
gptkbp:countermeasures atmospheric turbulence
gptkbp:developedBy ground-based telescopes
gptkbp:enables high-resolution retinal imaging
sharper astronomical images
gptkbp:firstDemonstrated 1970s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Adaptive optics
gptkbp:improves image resolution
gptkbp:notableFor gptkb:Gemini_Observatory
gptkb:Keck_Observatory
gptkb:Very_Large_Telescope
gptkbp:purpose correct wavefront distortions
gptkbp:relatedTo laser guide star
active optics
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:astronomy
ophthalmology
microscopy
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Optical_telescopes
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7