The XMM-Newton optical/UV monitor telescope
Carter, M.; Pandel, D.; Ho, C.; Sasseen, T.; Vreux, J. -M.; Huckle, H.; Cropper, M. S.; Mason, K. O.; Cordova, F. A.; Mittaz, J.; Priedhorsky, W. C.; Kennea, J.; Smith, P.; Much, R.; Breeveld, A.; Fordham, J.; Kawakami, H.; Kennedy, T.; Shirey, R.
United Kingdom, Netherlands, United States, Belgium
Abstract
The XMM-OM instrument extends the spectral coverage of the XMM-Newton observatory into the ultraviolet and optical range. It provides imaging and time-resolved data on targets simultaneously with observations in the EPIC and RGS. It also has the ability to track stars in its field of view, thus providing an improved post-facto aspect solution for the spacecraft. An overview of the XMM-OM and its operation is given, together with current information on the performance of the instrument.