The Submillimeter Probe of the Evolution of Cosmic Structure (SPECS)

Authors: Leisawitz D.¹; Mather J.C.¹; Harvey Moseley Jr. S.; Zhang X.²

Source: Astrophysics and Space Science, Volumes 269-270, 1999 , pp. 563-567(5)

Publisher: Springer

Abstract:

Following Mather et al. (1999) we describe a concept for a future space mission called SPECS, a spatial and spectral Michelson interferometer with Hubble Telescope-class angular resolution and sensitivity that operates in the far infrared and submillimeter spectral range. SPECS enables detailed studies of the physical conditions in high-redshift galaxies and has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.

Language: English

Document Type: Regular paper

Affiliations: 1: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center 2: Raytheon ITSS

Publication date: 1999-01-01

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