Novel technologies required to meet ELT science challenges

Colin Cunningham, David Crampton
2005 Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union  
We review the need for technology developments to meet the science cases that have been assembled for optical and infrared telescopes from 20 to 100 metres. Novel technologies can make an impact on the scientific capabilities of these ELTs, make them more affordable and decrease the operating costs. We consider those technologies highlighted by design studies and technology roadmapping exercises on both sides of the Atlantic, with particular emphasis on instrumentation. We do not consider
more » ... ve optics (AO), which is covered by Ellerbroek & Hubin (this volume). Finally, we recommend a joint technology development programme to enable a world-wide suite of ELTs to be built.
doi:10.1017/s1743921306001098 fatcat:67wayig7jnf7pfxlzzaftetxpe