Michael Hartl
Papers
2
Total Citations
18
H-Index
2
About
Michael Hartl is an astrophysicist whose work centers on the design and instrumentation of advanced ground-based telescopes, with a particular focus on the robotic 2m-class Wendelstein Fraunhofer Telescope. His major contributions include the development of the telescope’s optical system, which achieves exceptional image quality with minimal scattered light, and the creation of the Wendelstein Wide-Field Imager (WWFI), a 64-megapixel camera designed for the telescope’s Nasmyth wide-field port. These instruments enable high-efficiency, robotic observations crucial for time-domain astronomy and deep-sky surveys. Hartl’s work is foundational to the operation of one of Europe’s most efficient robotic 2m telescopes, with his key papers garnering 10 and 8 citations respectively. His achievements demonstrate a deep commitment to pushing the boundaries of observational astrophysics through innovative engineering, making him a notable figure in the development of next-generation astronomical facilities.
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Top Papers
- 1The compact, low scattered-light 2m Wendelstein Fraunhofer Telescope10 citations · 2010
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