Dr. Germain Garreau
Eth Zürich
Day
Monday · 2026-10-12
Time
4:20 PM - 5:40 PM
Track
Track 2
Session
Nulling Interferometry & Coronography
Venue
ICSO 2026 Conference Venue
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The LIFE mission proposes a formation-flying nulling interferometer to enable high-contrast imaging and spectral characterization of terrestrial exoplanets. By combining light from multiple collectors to achieve deep stellar nulling in the mid-infrared, the system isolates planetary light for biosignature detection. The design requires precise cryogenic operations and formation control to maintain stability across a wide spectral range.
Access the complete technical paper via the official ICSO 2026 programme.
ID: icso26_097
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