Coronagraphs

List of Available Coronagraphs

The SCExAO instrument is equipped with several coronagraphs, which operate across the near-IR (y-K bands) :
  • The Phase induced amplitude apodization complex mask coronagraph (PIAACMC) provides small IWA and high throuput in H band
  • The Vortex coronagraph provides small IWA and high throuput in H band
  • The Lyot coronagraphs provide high throughput, robust performance across the near-IR (y-K bands)
  • The Shaped Pupil coronagraph provides robust performance across the near-IR (y-K bands)

For a detailed evaluation of SCExAO coronagraphs available to users, see this report

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Coronagraphs: Summary

Coronagraph type PIAA Vortex 80octant Shaped pupil Lyot
Inner working angle (λ/D) 1.5 1 1 3 3
Waveband(s) y-K H H y-K y-K

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