The detection and characterization of Earth-like exoplanets around Sun-like stars is a primary science motivation for the Habitable Worlds Observatory. However, the current best technology is not yet advanced enough to reach the 10−10 contrasts at close angular separations and at the same time remain insensitive to low-order aberrations, as...
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February 27, 2024 (v1)Conference paperUploaded on: March 3, 2024
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February 27, 2024 (v1)Conference paper
Looking to the future of exo-Earth imaging from the ground, core technology developments are required in visible Extreme Adaptive Optics (ExAO) to enable the observation of atmospheric features such as oxygen on rocky planets in visible light. UNDERGROUND (Ultra-fast AO techNology Determination for Exoplanet imageRs from the GROUND), a...
Uploaded on: March 3, 2024