The radial velocities of low mass stars and brown dwarfs will be studied using a combination of interferometry and multichannel dispersive spectroscopy, called Externally Dispersed Interferometry. This technique will allow enhancements of spectral and Doppler velocity resolution of existing echelle or linear grating spectrographs. Externally Dispersed Interferometry has the potential to greatly improve the performance of spectroscopy at a broad range of astronomical facilities.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST)
Application #
0505366
Program Officer
Gary Schmidt
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2005-09-01
Budget End
2009-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2005
Total Cost
$648,287
Indirect Cost
Name
University of California Berkeley
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Berkeley
State
CA
Country
United States
Zip Code
94704