Transformational astrophysics and exoplanet science with Habitable Worlds Observatory's High Resolution Imager
Vincent Van Eylen, Richard Massey, Saeeda Awan, Jo Bartlett, Louisa Bradley, Andrei Bubutanu, Kan Chen, Andrew Coates, Mark Cropper, Ross Dobson, Fabiola Antonietta Gerosa, Emery Grahill-Bland, Leah Grant, Daisuke Kawata, Tom Kennedy, Minjae Kim, Adriana Adelina Mihailescu
TL;DR
The paper discusses the Habitable Worlds Observatory's High Resolution Imager, highlighting its potential to revolutionize exoplanet science and astrophysics, with UK leading the camera's design and construction for significant scientific and industrial impact.
Contribution
It proposes UK leadership in designing and building the HWO's imaging camera, emphasizing international collaboration and scientific advancements in exoplanet research.
Findings
UK to lead design and construction of the imaging camera
Early participation offers economic and scientific benefits
HWO aims to transform astrophysics and exoplanet science
Abstract
Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) will be NASA's flagship space telescope of the 2040s, designed to search for life on other planets and to transform broad areas of astrophysics. NASA are seeking international partners, and the UK is well-placed to lead the design and construction of its imaging camera - which is likely to produce the mission's most visible public impact. Early participation in the mission would return investment to UK industry, and bring generational leadership for the UK in space science, space technology, and astrophysics.
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TopicsAstronomy and Astrophysical Research · Stellar, planetary, and galactic studies · Radio Astronomy Observations and Technology