Multiband Imaging Photometer (MIPS)

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:analyzes interstellar medium
gptkbp:availableFormats FITS
gptkbp:contains cosmic dust
gptkbp:contributedTo star formation studies
gptkbp:designedFor astronomy
gptkbp:developedBy NASA
gptkbp:enables galaxy evolution research
gptkbp:fieldOfUse 5.5 arcminutes
gptkbp:firstMatch 2003-08-25
gptkbp:frequency 24 to 160 micrometers
gptkbp:hasCapital wide-field imaging
gptkbp:hasProductLine cooling system
optical system
detector array
filter wheel
gptkbp:hasRelatedPatent cosmology
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Multiband Imaging Photometer (MIPS)
gptkbp:isDesignedFor observe distant galaxies
gptkbp:isDiscussedIn standard stars
gptkbp:isInvolvedIn cryogenic cooling
gptkbp:isNotableFor multi-wavelength observations
high sensitivity
high spatial resolution
mapping of the Milky Way
exploration of the early universe
extensive data collection
large field of view
analysis of cosmic microwave background
contribution to infrared astronomy
detection of cold dust
investigation of galaxy formation
study of star-forming regions
gptkbp:isPartOf gptkb:NASA's_Great_Observatories_program
gptkbp:isUsedFor mapping star formation regions
gptkbp:launched gptkb:Spitzer_Space_Telescope
gptkbp:measures infrared_radiation
gptkbp:operatesIn three bands
gptkbp:operationalStatus 2009
gptkbp:provides exoplanet studies
gptkbp:recognizes faint sources
gptkbp:resolution 6 arcseconds
gptkbp:sensors 0.1 mJy
gptkbp:supports planetary science
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:Spitzer_Space_Telescope
gptkbp:usesTechnology photoconductive detectors