XMM-Newton (X-Ray Mulit-Mirror Mission) Observatory
David H Lumb, Norbert Schartel, Fred A Jansen
TL;DR
XMM-Newton is a highly successful space telescope that uses innovative replication technology to achieve high effective area and resolution, enabling advanced X-ray astronomy observations and scientific discoveries.
Contribution
The paper introduces the design, key features, and in-orbit performance of the XMM-Newton observatory, highlighting its innovative replication technology and scientific achievements.
Findings
Unprecedented combination of effective area and resolution.
Successful deployment of three telescopes with imaging and spectrometers.
Notable scientific discoveries in X-ray astronomy.
Abstract
X-ray Multi-Mirror Mission (XMM-Newton) has been one of the most successful astronomy missions launched by the European Space Agency. It exploits innovative use of replication technology for the X-ray reflecting telescopes that has resulted in an unprecedented combination of effective area and resolution. Three telescopes are equipped with imaging cameras and spectrometers that operate simultaneously, together with a coaligned optical telescope. The key features of the payload are described, and the in-orbit performance and scientific achievements are summarised. Subject terms or keywords: XMM-Newton, X-ray astronomy, space telescopes
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