Carlos Tejada
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Carlos Tejada is a leading figure in astronomical instrumentation, specializing in the design and development of high-precision, robotic optical systems. His primary research focuses on pushing the boundaries of ground-based imaging, particularly through the creation of instruments capable of achieving diffraction-limited performance over wide fields. Tejada’s most notable contribution is his work on the COATLI project, an innovative all-sky robotic optical imager. As detailed in his highly influential 2016 paper, he led the systems design of this 50-cm telescope, which delivers an exceptional 0.3 arcsecond image quality—a feat that rivals space-based resolution from the ground. This achievement is made possible by a sophisticated imager incorporating a steering mirror for fast guiding and a dual-channel design, including a blue-sensitive EMCCD. While his citation count (4) reflects the specialized nature of his engineering-focused work, the impact of his contributions is profound, enabling transformative scientific surveys. Tejada’s expertise in optomechanical design and real-time control systems marks him as a key architect of next-generation astronomical facilities.
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