Robotic Autonomous Observatories: A Historical Perspective
Abstract
This paper presents a historical introduction to the field of Robotic Astronomy, from the point of view of a scientist working in this field for more than a decade. The author discusses the basic definitions, the differing telescope control operating systems, observatory managers, as well as a few current scientific applications.
Date
01/01/2010
Citation
Castro-Tirado, A. J. (2010). Robotic Autonomous Observatories: A Historical Perspective. Advances in Astronomy, 2010, e570489. https://doi.org/10.1155/2010/570489