Infrared Imaging Of Extrasolar Planets
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D. J. Diner et al. (1991), JBIS, 44, pp.505-512
Refcode: 1991.44.505
Abstract:
It is commonly assumed that the Solar System evolved from an accretion disk associated with the Sun during its formation, and that similar events have occurred many times within our galaxy. Nevertheless, the unambiguous detection of a planetary system around another star would be an achievement of profound significance. Detection of extrasolar planets around many stars would provide valuable observational data on the frequency of planetary formation, the stellar environments which favor planetary formation and the conditions which result in terrestrial and gas giant-type planets. Direct detection systems, i.e., systems which observe radiation reflected or emitted by the planet, will have demanding specifications on spatial resolution, sensitivity and dynamic range.
