Optical Performance Analysis of the Precision Optical Research and Tracking Facility (PORTF).
Abstract
The Precision Optical Research and Tracking Facility (PORTF) is the field optical site operated by the Directorate of Surveillance at Rome Laboratory (RL/OC). This report discusses the optical configuration of PORTF and practical optical component set-up considerations. Results are documented from computer analyses performed by the author of Rome Laboratory which simulate the complete primary optical system. Common alignment errors in the optical train and focal plane were investigated with a goal of determining allowable tolerances in the optomechanical alignment of the components. The tolerance limits may be used as a baseline during telescope alignment exercises to determine the alignment accuracies needed to produce acceptable images.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA235604
Entities
People
- Paul L. Repak
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory