... Science Users Information > Observing with ESO Telescopes > Phase 2 Preparation > Service Mode Philosophy . ... Programmes in which real-time decisions are needed for their scientific success are thus deemed unsuitable for Service Mode observing, and are normally carried out in Visitor Mode instead. ... The ESO Data Management and Operations Division (DMO) has been given the responsibility to develop the VLT Data Flow System (DFS) to supply the tools and services necessary to achieve these goals. ...

... The Science Operation Department is composed of Astronomers, Telescope Instruments Operators(TIOs) and Data Handling Administrators(DHAs). ... Astronomers have proposed several methods to quantitatively measure the amount of turbulence above the telescope, which the most common ones is Differential Image Motion Monitor (DIMM). In optical testing, the Hartmann test is the common method to test the quality of optical components. ... Hartmann mask consists of 48 lenses. ...

These policies are consulted whenever there are questions or concerns for closing the enclosure due to hazardous conditions or situations. telescope operations will be suspended whenever conditions pose a risk to facilities or personnel; . the Chief Telescope Engineer has full responsibility and sole authority to make this decision. ... Policy: The Chief Telescope Engineer has full responsibility and sole authority to suspend operations for the reasons described in the previous policy. ...

HST Call for Proposals and HST Primer for Cycle 24 . ... Hubble Space Telescope Primer for Cycle 24 > Chapter 6: Orbit Calculation for a Phase I Proposal > 6.2 HST Visits . ... HST Visits . 6.2.1 Defining New Visits and Optimizing Scheduling Efficiency and Flexibility . 6.2.2 Instrument Specific Limitations on Visits . ... STIS: CCD and MAMA Observations in the Same Visit . ... Most STIS coronagraphic observations will likely be single visits that use the full orbit for science observations. ...

... Second, the observatory can control the configuration, test data analysis procedures, and provide calibration solutions with the help of instrument models. This paper presents the VLT object-oriented framework for the development of ETCs (Exposure Time Calculators) and data simulators. ... Instrument simulations are being developed for the purpose of predictive calibration, instrument configuration control, and evaluation of data analysis procedures. ...

... One of the instruments, the Troughton equatorial telescope, is maintained at constant temperature and relative humidity, to reduce the rate of deterioration. ... 3.1 Troughton Equatorial Telescope . Figure 1 shows the equatorial telescope constructed by J E Troughton of London and which was erected in the west dome of Armagh Observatory in 1795. ... Troughton, J. E.: c.1790, Instructions for Adjusting the Troughton Equatorial Telescope, Armagh Observatory Archives , M17.2, 3pp. ...

SETUP : For service mode observations within the SOLARNET Access Program, ROSA and IBIS can be utilized either as stand alone instruments, or combined together. ... PROPOSAL STRUCTURE: Proposals should include up to max 2 pages, including a scientific rationale and technical requests (detailing i.e. spectral filters and wavelength sampling). ... For the case of joint IBIS and ROSA observations, proposals should indicate which instrument is to be considered as the primary one. ... SOLARNET Access . ...

Simulations for ALMA Robert Laing European Instrument Scientist Simulations for ALMA IRAM, Sept 8 -10 2008 Why do we need simulations? ... Find out what simulations have been done for ALMA? ... Polarization Single-dish and array combination issues Deconvolution ALMA 3 Robert Laing European Instrument Scientist Simulations for ALMA What might we achieve at this meeting (2)? ... Sort out the remaining pad location issues Robert Laing European Instrument Scientist ALMA 4 Simulations for ALMA ...

... Data Analysis SAS News What is SAS? ... Calibration & Background Calibration Background Analysis . SOC Info XMM-Newton Contact Details How to get to ESAC ESA Research Fellowships ESAC Trainee Projects ESA Young Graduate Trainees . ... The Science Operations and Data Systems Division of ESA's Research and Scientific Support Department develops and runs astronomy projects in space. ... XMM-Newton EPIC Calibration Scientist . ... XMM-Newton RGS Calibration Scientist . ... XMM-Newton Scientist . ...

Model 3955 Dual Channel, Low-Pass 170Hz to 25.6MHz, 24dB/Octave Slope Tunable Active Filter Operating Manual Service and Warranty Krohn-Hite Instruments are designed and manufactured in accordance with sound engineering practices and should give long trouble-free service under normal operating conditions. ... DO NOT return the instrument without our written or verbal authorization to do so. ... All Krohn-Hite products are warranted against defective materials and workmanship. ...