Engineering topics
Publications and source records attributed to Mccarthy, D. J..
The optical quality and stability requirements of the Space Telescope optical design rely on state-of-the-art developments in optics, structures, and sensors. This paper describes key elements of the design implementation of the Space Telescope's performance requirements.
The analysis and preliminary design of the f48/96 planetary camera for the space telescope are discussed. The camera design is for application to the axial module position of the optical telescope assembly.
Stratoscope II unmanned balloon-borne telescope design, detailing pointing, focusing and thermal characteristics