The swift ultra-violet/optical telescope: A view of today and tomorrow

P. W.A. Roming, C. Gronwall, D. E. Vanden Berk, M. J. Page, P. T. Boyd

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Abstract

Currently there are four operating near-UV imaging space telescopes, one of which is the Swift Ultra-Violet/Optical Telescope (UVOT). Although the UVOT was primarily built for observations of γ-ray bursts, it has become a powerful instrument for studying other types of UV and optical astronomical phenomena. Here we discuss the properties of the UVOT, summarize some of the science undertaken with the UVOT, and present other possible science goals for the UVOT that have not yet been pursued. We also discuss some lessons learned that apply to future UV telescopes.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)203-206
Number of pages4
JournalAstrophysics and Space Science
Volume320
Issue number1-3
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2009

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Space and Planetary Science

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