Spatial coherence measurements in laser arrays and broad area configuration lasers
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The use of single-mode optical fibers in telescope arrays, first proposed for a set of free-flying spacecraft, is developed and applied to more modest, shorter range projects. The basic advantage remains a considerable simplification in the control system; the main limitation is spectral range. Two proposals are described: a ground-based array of small optical telescopes supported on a radio dish, and a similar space array. The control system is almost the same in both cases, hence the ground-based array can be considered a test-bench for the space device.
The overall instrument morphology, optical design, structural configurations, and control and systems design for spaceborne optical interferometry are discussed. Launch stowage and on-orbit deployment considerations favor a Very Large Array Y-configuration, shuttle launched.