New Tool to Generate Infrared Star Catalogue for TMT
On 10th July, 2024, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, informed that Indian researchers have developed an open-source tool to generate an infrared star catalogue, enhancing the Adaptive Optics System (AOS) of the upcoming Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT).
- This tool is crucial for achieving sharper astronomical images, contributing significantly to this international project.
TMT Project Overview
- International Collaboration: The TMT is a major global initiative involving India, the United States, Canada, China, and Japan, aiming to revolutionize our understanding of the universe with a 30-meter primary mirror and advanced instruments.
- Scientific Goals: The telescope will study the early universe, galaxy ....
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