Astrophysical Techniques Fifth Edition C R Kitchin ISBN 1439878110 9781439878118
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ISBN 10: 1439878110
ISBN 13: 9781439878118
Author: C .R. Kitchin
Emphasizing the underlying unity of all astronomical observations, Astrophysical Techniques, Fifth Edition provides a coherent state-of-the-art account ofthe instruments and techniques used in current astronomy and astrophysics. The fifth edition of this well-respected text includes many new instruments and techniques while removing some that have long been unused by both professional and amateur astronomers.
New to the Fifth Edition
- Brief discussion on the invention and development of the telescope
- New section that describes the attempts to detect dark matter and dark energy
- Extended and updated discussions on computer, Internet, and spacecraft-based observations and research
By covering the instruments, techniques, theory, and data processing of astrophysics in sufficient depth, this text forms a thorough grounding for beginners and is a handy reference for more advanced students and professionals.
Table of contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction to Astrophysical Techniques
The Role of Techniques in Astrophysical Research
Overview of Observational Methods
The Development of Instruments in Astrophysics
The Scientific Method and Data Analysis
Chapter 2: Electromagnetic Radiation
The Nature of Light and Electromagnetic Waves
Spectrum of Radiation: From Radio to Gamma Rays
The Interaction of Light with Matter
Observing the Electromagnetic Spectrum
Chapter 3: Telescopes and Instrumentation
Optical Telescopes: Design and Functionality
Radio Telescopes and Their Applications
X-ray, UV, and Infrared Telescopes
Adaptive Optics and Modern Telescopic Systems
Space-Based Telescopes
Chapter 4: Spectroscopy in Astrophysics
Basic Principles of Spectroscopy
Grating and Prism Spectrographs
Emission and Absorption Lines
Spectral Classification of Stars
Doppler Shifts and Radial Velocities
Chapter 5: Imaging Techniques
Imaging with CCDs and Other Detectors
Image Processing Techniques
High-Resolution Imaging: Adaptive Optics and Interferometry
Multicolor Imaging and Photometry
Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs) and Their Applications
Chapter 6: Photometry and Light Curves
Measuring Brightness and Flux
Photometric Systems and Filters
Time-Dependent Observations: Light Curves
Applications in Variable Stars, Supernovae, and Exoplanets
Chapter 7: Radio Astronomy Techniques
Principles of Radio Wave Propagation
Radio Telescopes and Their Construction
Interferometry and Synthesis Imaging
Observing Cosmic Radio Sources
Chapter 8: Astronomical Detectors and Detectors’ Sensitivity
Types of Detectors: Photodiodes, Photomultiplier Tubes, and CCDs
Quantum Efficiency and Detection Limits
Sensitivity of Detectors in Various Wavelengths
Noise, Dark Current, and Signal Processing
Chapter 9: Data Analysis in Astrophysics
Handling Large Data Sets
Statistical Methods in Astrophysical Research
Fourier Analysis and Spectral Methods
Error Analysis and Uncertainty
Software and Tools for Data Analysis
Chapter 10: Interferometry and Radio Synthesis
The Basics of Interferometry
Aperture Synthesis and VLBI (Very Long Baseline Interferometry)
Imaging with Interferometers
The Role of Interferometry in Astrophysical Research
Chapter 11: Gravitational Waves and Their Detection
The Theory of Gravitational Waves
Detection Techniques: Laser Interferometry and LIGO
The Implications of Gravitational Waves in Astrophysics
Chapter 12: Computational Techniques in Astrophysics
Numerical Simulations and Modeling
Hydrodynamics and N-body Simulations
Computational Fluid Dynamics in Astrophysics
High-Performance Computing in Astrophysics
Chapter 13: Cosmic Ray and Neutrino Detection
Understanding Cosmic Rays and Their Origins
Detection Methods for Cosmic Rays
Neutrino Detection in Astrophysical Research
Chapter 14: Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics Techniques
Measuring Stellar Parameters: Distance, Luminosity, and Mass
Techniques for Studying Galactic Structure
Observational Methods for Galactic Rotation Curves
The Interstellar Medium and its Study
Chapter 15: The Search for Exoplanets
Techniques for Detecting Exoplanets
Transit Method, Radial Velocity, and Direct Imaging
The Role of Photometry and Spectroscopy in Exoplanet Research
Chapter 16: Cosmological Observations and Techniques
Observing the Large-Scale Structure of the Universe
The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation
Dark Matter and Dark Energy Detection
Techniques in Cosmology: Redshift Surveys and Galaxy Clusters
Chapter 17: High-Energy Astrophysics
Observing X-rays, Gamma Rays, and Cosmic Rays
High-Energy Phenomena: Black Holes, Neutron Stars, and Pulsars
Gamma-Ray Bursts and Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN)
Chapter 18: Future Directions in Astrophysical Techniques
The Future of Observational Instruments: The James Webb Space Telescope and Beyond
Emerging Technologies in Astrophysics
The Role of Citizen Science in Astrophysics Research
The Future of Gravitational Wave and Neutrino Astronomy
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