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Robotic autonomous observatories: A historical perspective
This paper presents a historical introduction to the field of Robotic Astronomy, from the point of view of a scientist working in this field for more than a decade. The author discusses the basic definitions, the differing telescope control operating systems, observatory managers, as well as a few current scientific applications. Copyright © 2010 Alberto Javier Castro-Tirado.Peer Reviewe
Robotic Autonomous Observatories: A Historical Perspective
This paper presents a historical introduction to the field of Robotic Astronomy, from the point of view of a scientist working in this field for more than a decade. The author discusses the basic definitions, the differing telescope control operating systems, observatory managers, as well as a few current scientific applications