Автор: Anil K. Pradhan and Sultana N. Nahar
Издательство: Cambridge Un iversity Press
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 521825369
Количество страниц: 376
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Spectroscopy enables the precise study of astronomical objects and phenomena. Bridging the gap between physics and astronomy, this is the first integrated graduate-level textbook on atomic astrophysics. It covers the basics of atomic physics and astrophysics, including state-of-the-art research applications, methods and tools. The content is evenly balanced between the physical foundations of spectroscopy and their applications to astronomical objects and cosmology. An undergraduate knowledge of physics is assumed, and relevant basic material is summarised at the beginning of each chapter. The material is completely self-contained and features sufficient background information for self-study. Advanced users will find it handy for spectroscopic studies. A website hosted by the authors contains updates, corrections, exercises and solutions, as well as news items from physics and astronomy related to spectroscopy.
Автор: W. C. Keel
Издательство: Springer
Год издания: 2010
isbn: 3540725342
Количество страниц: 284
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
The formation of galaxies is one of the greatest puzzles in astronomy, the solution is shrouded in the depths of space and time, but has profound implications for the universe we observe today. This book discusses the beginnings of the process from cosmological observations and calculations. It examines the different theories of galaxy formation and shows where each theory either succeeds or fails in explaining what we actually observe. In addition, the book looks ahead to what we may expect to uncover about the epoch of galaxy formation from the new and upcoming generations of telescopes and technology.
Автор: Сурдин В.Г.
Издательство: Физматлит
Год издания: 2009
isbn: 78-5-9221-1105-8
Количество страниц: 520
Язык: русский
Формат: DJVU
Книга рассказывает о Луне: о ее наблюдениях с помощью телескопа, об изучении ее поверхности и недр автоматическими аппаратами и о пилотируемых экспедициях астронавтов по программе "Аполлон". Приведены исторические и научные данные о Луне, фотографии и карты ее поверхности, описание космических аппаратов и детальный рассказ об экспедициях. Обсуждаются возможности изучения Луны научными и любительскими средствами, перспективы ее освоения. Книга предназначена тем, кто интересуется космическими исследованиями, приступает к самостоятельным астрономическим наблюдениям или увлечен историей техники и межпланетных полетов.
Автор: Ben Evans
Издательство: Springer
Год издания: 2010
Количество страниц: 533
Язык: english
Foothold in the Heavens, the second volume in the A History of Human Space Exploration series, focuses upon the 1970s, the decade in which humanity established real, longterm foothold in the heavens with the construction and operation of the first space stations. It marked a transitional phase between the heady, race-to-the-Moon days of the Sixties and efforts to make space travel more economical, more frequent and more 'routine.' Space exploration in the Seventies, although dominated by Soviet achievement, saw the first efforts of mankind to really 'live' and work in space, producing results of direct benefit to humans on Earth. The emphasis changed from the gung-ho, 'strap-it-on-and-go' pioneers of the Sixties to the more practical exploitation of space for science, medicine, and technology. This book focuses on each mission launched between April 1971 and April 1981: from the launch of the world's first space station to the end of operations of Salyut 6, and from the expanded, lengthy exploration of the Moon on Apollo 15 to the first flight of the Shuttle.
Автор: John Wilkinson
Издательство: Springer
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 3642148042
Количество страниц: 538
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Information collected by recent space probes sent to explore the Moon by the USA, the European Space Agency, Japan, China and India has changed our knowledge and understanding of the Moon, particularly its geology, since the Apollo missions. This book presents those findings in a way that will be welcomed by amateur astronomers, students, educators and anyone interested in the Moon. Enhanced by many colour photos, it combines newly acquired scientific understanding with detailed descriptions and labelled photographic maps of the lunar surface. Guided by observation methods explained in the book and 17 Study Areas presented and carefully explained in the last chapter, amateur astronomers can observe these features from Earth using telescopes and binoculars. Readers who consult the photographic maps will gain a better understanding about the Moon’s topography and geology. The book is rounded out by a helpful glossary.
Автор: David H. Kelley, Eugene F. Milo
Издательство: Springer
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 44197623X
Количество страниц: 614
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Exploring Ancient Skies brings together the methods of archaeology and the insights of modern astronomy to explore the science of astronomy as it was practiced in various cultures prior to the invention of the telescope. The book reviews an enormous and growing body of literature on the cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, the Far East, and the New World (particularly Mesoamerica), putting the ancient astronomical materials into their archaeological and cultural contexts. The authors begin with an overview of the field and proceed to essential aspects of naked-eye astronomy, followed by an examination of specific cultures. The book concludes by taking into account the purposes of ancient astronomy: astrology, navigation, calendar regulation, and (not least) the understanding of our place and role in the universe. Skies are recreated to display critical events as they would have appeared to ancient observers--events such as the supernova of 1054 A.D., the "lion horoscope," and the Star of Bethlehem. Exploring Ancient Skies provides a comprehensive overview of the relationships between astronomy and other areas of human investigation. It will be useful as a reference for scholars and as a text for students in both astronomy and archaeology, and will be of compelling interest to readers who seek a broad understanding of our collective intellectual history.
Автор: Бисноватый-Коган Г.С.
Издательство: КРАСАНД
Год издания: 2010
isbn: 978-5-396-00276-0
Количество страниц: 362
Язык: русский
Формат: DJVU
В настоящей книге изложены вопросы релятивистской астрофизики и космологии, находящиеся в центре современных интересов изучения строения наблюдаемой Вселенной. Рассмотрены вопросы образования и приведены свойства релятивистских объектов: белых карликов, нейтронных звезд и черных дыр, а также релятивистских звездных скоплений. Изложена теория аккреции на релятивистские объекты, их наблюдательные свойства. Рассмотрены фридмановские решения, описывающие свойства однородной горячей расширяющейся Вселенной, с учетом космологической постоянной и инфляции. Приведены результаты наблюдений микроволнового фона, оставшегося после первичного взрыва, и анализа наблюдаемых флуктуации, что позволило сделать вывод о преобладании темной энергии и темной материи в современную эпоху. Рассмотрены вопросы бариогенезиса и нуклеосинтеза, гравитационной неустойчивости и образования крупномасштабной структуры Вселенной, а также свойства различных материальных составляющих современной Вселенной. Книга будет полезна как специалистам — физикам, астрофизикам, так и широкому кругу читателей, желающих глубже изучить строение окружающего мира.
Автор: Glen Mackie
Издательство: C.dge U-ty Press
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 0521620627
Количество страниц: 268
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Since the radio signature of our own Milky Way was detected in 1931, galaxies have been observed from ultra-high energy gamma rays to long wavelength radio waves, providing fundamental insights into their formation, evolution and structural components. Unveiling the secrets of some of the best-observed galaxies, this atlas contains over 250 full-color images spanning the whole electromagnetic spectrum. The accompanying text explains why we see the component stars, gas and dust through different radiation processes, and describes the telescopes and instruments used. This atlas is a valuable reference resource on galaxies for students seeking an overview of multiwavelength observations and what they tell us, and researchers needing detailed summaries of individual galaxies. An accompanying website, hosted by the author, contains slide shows of the galaxies covered in the book.
Автор: Sabino Matarrese, Monica Colpi
Издательство: Springer
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 9048186846
Количество страниц: 420
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
This book brings together reviews from leading international authorities on the developments in the study of dark matter and dark energy, as seen from both their cosmological and particle physics side. Studying the physical and astrophysical properties of the dark components of our Universe is a crucial step towards the ultimate goal of unveiling their nature. The work developed from a doctoral school sponsored by the Italian Society of General Relativity and Gravitation. The book starts with a concise introduction to the standard cosmological model, as well as with a presentation of the theory of linear perturbations around a homogeneous and isotropic background. It covers the particle physics and cosmological aspects of dark matter and (dynamical) dark energy, including a discussion of how modified theories of gravity could provide a possible candidate for dark energy. A detailed presentation is also given of the possible ways of testing the theory in terms of cosmic microwave background, galaxy redshift surveys and weak gravitational lensing observations. Included is a chapter reviewing extensively the direct and indirect methods of detection of the hypothetical dark matter particles. Also included is a self-contained introduction to the techniques and most important results of numerical (e.g. N-body) simulations in cosmology. " This volume will be useful to researchers, PhD and graduate students in Astrophysics, Cosmology Physics and Mathematics, who are interested in cosmology, dark matter and dark energy.
Автор: Ken M, Harisson
Издательство: 1st Edition
Год издания: 2011
isbn: 1441972382
Количество страниц: 538
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Astronomical Spectroscopy for Amateurs is a complete guide for amateur astronomers who are looking for a new challenge. After a brief overview of the development of spectroscopes and an introduction to the theory of stellar spectra, the book goes on to examine the various types of spectroscopes available to amateurs. Next, practical sections address all aspects of setting-up and using various types of commercially-available and home-built spectroscopes. A final part gives detailed instructions for the design and construction of three different spectroscopes, along with the necessary design theory (minimal math). The home-made spectroscopes have performance capabilities near or equal to commercial units but are constructed using basic hand tools for a fraction of the cost! This up-to-date practical spectroscopy book will enable amateur astronomers to develop the skills and equipment needed to prepare scientifically acceptable spectra data, and to make a valuable contribution to ProAm projects.
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