Nidhi Sahu,
Deepak Kumar Bhalla,
Rohit Singh Lather,
- Research Scholar Mechanical Engineering Department, Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth, Faridabad Haryana India
- Director Dean Mechanical Engineering Department, Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth, Faridabad Haryana India
- Head of Department Multidisciplinary Engineering Department, The NorthCap University, Gurugram Haryana India
Abstract
X-ray telescopes have revolutionized our understanding of the high-energy universe, unveiling phenomena that are invisible to optical telescopes. This paper reviews the technological advancements in X-ray telescope design, instrumentation, and data analysis techniques, which have significantly enhanced their sensitivity and resolution. We trace the development from early X-ray detectors to modern space-based observatories like the Chandra X-ray Observatory and the XMM-Newton. These advancements have facilitated groundbreaking discoveries, such as the detailed mapping of black hole accretion disks, the characterization of neutron stars, and the investigation of the hot intergalactic medium. We also explore the contributions of X-ray telescopes to multi-messenger astronomy, providing insights into cosmic events like supernovae and gamma-ray bursts. Future prospects in X-ray astronomy, including the development of next-generation telescopes with improved imaging capabilities and broader spectral coverage, promise to further expand our understanding of the universe’s most energetic processes. This abstract outlines the key technological advancements in X-ray telescope design and instrumentation, which have significantly enhanced their sensitivity and resolution. Developments in grazing incidence optics, advanced detectors, and innovative calibration techniques have played crucial roles in expanding the capabilities of these telescopes. The impact of major X-ray observatories, such as the Chandra X-ray Observatory, XMM-Newton, and the more recent NuSTAR, is highlighted, demonstrating how they have provided unprecedented insights into high-energy processes and the structure of the cosmos.
Keywords: X-ray telescopes,High-energy astrophysics, X-ray astronomy, Space telescopes, X-ray optics, Reflective optics.
[This article belongs to International Journal of Universe(iju)]
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| Volume | 01 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | July 24, 2024 |
| Accepted | August 2, 2024 |
| Published | August 3, 2024 |