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Astronomical Observations and Instrumentation

Astronomical Observations and Instrumentation is a research topic within Computational Mechanics. Science Explorer counts 22k research works in it since 1950. 10.0% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.

This cluster of papers focuses on the optimization and improvement of optical 3D laser measurement systems, including techniques such as position-sensitive detectors, machine vision systems, and frequency measurement. It also explores applications in robotic navigation, structural health monitoring, and astronomical data analysis through virtual observatories.

  • Optical 3D Laser Measurement
  • Position-Sensitive Detector
  • Machine Vision System
  • Structural Health Monitoring
  • Frequency Measurement Techniques
  • Quadrant Photodetector
  • Robotic Navigation
  • Laser Scanning
  • Astronomical Data Analysis
  • Virtual Observatory
Research works
22k
fractional, since 1950
In the world top 10%
2.2k
per year above
Top-10% rate
10.0%
share of its works in the world top 10%
Growth, 2018-21 → 2022-25
+40%
the tick is no change
Largest producer
United States
47% of the 10 largest, 2022-now
Astronomical Observations and Instrumentation
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