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A reflecting telescope (also called a reflector) is a telescope that uses a single or a combination of curved mirrors that reflect light and form an image. The reflecting telescope was invented in the 17th century, by Isaac Newton, as an alternative to the refracting telescope which, at that time, was a design that suffered from severe chromatic aberration. Although reflecting telescopes produce other types of optical aberrations, it is a design that allows for very large diameter objectives. Almost all of the major telescopes used in astronomy research are reflectors. Reflecting telescopes come in many design variations and may employ extra optical elements to improve image quality or place the image in a mechanically advantageous position. Since reflecting telescopes use mirrors, the design is sometimes referred to as a "catoptric" telescope.
Spectroscopy combining base stations and unmanned aerial vehicles
A spectroscopy system including a base station having a reflecting telescope and a laser light source coupled to the telescope, the laser providing an outgoing light signal; at least one Unmanned Aerial Vehicle containing a mobile retroreflector configured to receive the light signal from the laser and return a light signal back to the telescope; a detector to record the intensity of the returning light signal; and optical components for spectroscopic measurements, the optical components utilizing the intensity of the returning light signal, revealing the presence of a chosen narrow band for the purpose of detecting a target.
Owner:UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
Free-space quantum key distribution optical system and method
This invention provides an optical system and method for free-space quantum key distribution. The optical telescope employs a transmission-type telescope and a simplified rear optical path terminal, effectively avoiding secondary mirror obstruction and vignetting. The optical telescope system has a smaller axial dimension and is lighter than a Cassette-type reflecting telescope of the same aperture, making it more suitable for large-scale use in short-range free-space quantum communication. It can be carried and deployed by a single person and has all-day quantum key distribution capabilities. Furthermore, the transmitting and receiving telescopes are interchangeable, meaning the system can function as both a transmitter and a receiver, extending quantum communication coverage to areas inaccessible by fiber optics and satellites, and enabling rapid deployment in various emergency and unforeseen circumstances.
Owner:QUANTUMCTEK CO LTD