Yes, it can! This is one facet of adaptive optics, which astronomical observatories can use to compensate for distortions in astronomical images caused by our atmosphere. Let’s set the stage ...

It refers to the fluctuations in the atmosphere that distort the light from celestial objects, leading to blurry images. To mitigate these effects, adaptive optics systems are employed ...

Laser guide stars (LGS) and adaptive optics (AO) are crucial technologies in modern astronomy, enabling telescopes to correct for atmospheric distortions that blur images of celestial objects.

Could a telescope be vibrated with the right frequency to counter the atmospheric twinkle of stars? Robert Byerly Windsor, California Yes, it can! This is one facet of adaptive optics, which ...