Adaptive optics (AO) systems are an essential part of large astronomical telescopes and laser complexes operating through the atmosphere. Each AO system is individually designed; the requirements for the components and the performance of an AO system are determined by the intensity and distribution of turbulent fluctuations of the air refractive index over the radiation propagation path. In this work, we review the techniques and instruments for measuring and forecasting atmospheric conditions for AO, including devices and techniques developed at the Institute of Atmospheric Optics, Siberian Branch, Russian Academy of Sciences. The basic principles of atmospheric AO and the related atmospheric parameters are briefly described. Particular attention is paid to the parameter used for the estimation of capabilities of AO systems, i.e., the wind speed at a level of 200 hPa. The comparison with the data from foreign astronomical observatories is carried out. The necessity for atmospheric research for large Russian astronomical observatories is discussed.
The absorption spectrum of the HD17О molecule have been studied in the range 10,000-11,300 cm−1 for the first time.
New 698 transitions to the (003) upper vibrational state have been determined.
New 139 energy levels were obtained.
In November, the V.E. Zuev Institute of Atmospheric Optics SB RAS traditionally holds the Workshop on Siberian Aerosols. The workshop incorporates reports, presentations and round tables concerning the properties of atmospheric aerosol and its impact on global climate and atmospheric optics. The opening session of XXIX Workshop “Siberian Aerosols” is planned to 14:30 Local Time on November 22, 2022, in the Great Hall of V.E. Zuev Institute of Atmospheric Optics SB RAS (Tomsk, Russia).