Ultra advance telescopes?

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In summary, the current technology for telescopes does not allow us to see into black holes or view the surface of planets in real time. However, there is potential for advancements in the future, such as discovering particles that are not affected by gravity, using spectral signatures to study exoplanets, or using interferometry to simulate a larger telescope. Despite these possibilities, it is still limited by the laws of optics and the distance of objects in space.
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will they ever make telescopes where the image is powerful enough to check out the surfaces of planets (real time) so we can see if there's life on them and also can see into other galaxys and maybe even pass through black holes and stuff? (not the actual telescope - i mean the image)

we woudnt have to go into space then! (well we would but wed already know what's out there and where to go etc)
 
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Since no form of radiation can escape from a black hole, we won't be able to see into one, ever. Perhaps in the future, particles will be discovered that are not affected by gravity, and they might be able to provide some insights as to what happens onside one, but they would probably not interact with any other matter either, and hence might not give us any additional info.

Regarding viewing other planets, that all depends on the amount of light we receive, and the arc-size of the light. Recently, a photo was published that showed an exoplanet in the image itself, but like the sun in the image, it was just a pinpoint of light. In all practicality, we will probably learn more from studying the spectral signatures of exoplanets than from minuscule images. Host suns totally obscure inner planets, and dominate any light they may send out, making any observation incredibly difficult. Perhaps in the future our telescopes may be refined enough to image a solar disc, but viewing a planet surface MAY never be achievable given the tiny arcsize of the planet. But anything is possible! Who knows what the future brings!
 
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Remember that telescopes work by gather light. They use large mirrors or lenses, anywhere from a couple of inches in diameter to several meters, to gather light and focus it down to a small point. You must have light coming to your telescope in order to collect that light. Since no light comes from black holes we cannot see through it with a telescope.

Also, since we are waiting on light to get here, it takes a very long time in our everyday scale for light to reach us from a distant star or planet. The CLOSEST star system to us is 4.2 light years away. That means it takes light over 4 years to get here. When we look at those stars we are seeing 4 years into the past, and it only gets worse the further the star is. There is no such thing as "real time". :biggrin:
 
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The resolution of a telescope is limited by the diameter of the telescope and wavelength of the light as per the laws of optics. That's a difficult, though not impossible problem to overcome when trying to image objects far away at high resolution: You can hook multiple telescopes together to simulate a larger telescope using interferometry. On Earth where the distances are easy to calibrate and using radio waves which have a long wavelength and thus are more "forgiving" of minor errors in calibration it's been done for some time. See the Very Large Array. To do it with visible light and image is more difficult, but ultimately it may be possible to use satellites orbiting on opposite sides of the sun for a very long "baseline" and very high resolution.
 
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I can say that the technology for ultra advanced telescopes is continuously evolving and improving. With advancements in optics, imaging techniques, and data processing, it is possible that we may one day have telescopes that can provide real-time images of the surfaces of planets in other solar systems. However, there are several challenges that need to be addressed before we can achieve this level of capability.

One major challenge is the distance between us and other planets or galaxies. The farther away an object is, the weaker the light reaching us becomes. This makes it difficult to capture clear and detailed images. Additionally, the atmosphere can distort and blur the images, which is why most telescopes are located in space or in high altitude areas with less atmospheric interference.

Another challenge is the resolution of the telescope. To see the surface of a planet or the details of a galaxy, we need a telescope with a high enough resolution to capture that level of detail. Currently, the most powerful telescopes in operation have a resolution of about 10-100 milliarcseconds. To see the surface of a planet in another solar system, we would need a resolution of at least 1 milliarcsecond, which is a significant improvement.

Furthermore, there are limitations to how much we can see into other galaxies or pass through black holes. Black holes, by their very nature, do not emit any light, so it is not possible to see into them. As for other galaxies, the distance and size of these objects make it difficult for us to obtain clear images.

In conclusion, while it is possible that we may one day have telescopes with the capability to provide real-time images of other planets and galaxies, there are many challenges that need to be overcome before we can achieve this level of technology. It is important for scientists to continue researching and developing new technologies to push the boundaries of what we can see and understand about the universe.
 

1. What is an ultra advance telescope?

An ultra advance telescope is a type of telescope that uses advanced technology and design to gather and focus light from distant objects in space.

2. How is an ultra advance telescope different from a regular telescope?

An ultra advance telescope has a larger aperture, better optics, and more precise control systems compared to a regular telescope. This allows for clearer and more detailed images of objects in space.

3. What are the benefits of using an ultra advance telescope?

The main benefit of using an ultra advance telescope is the ability to see deeper into space and capture more detailed images of distant objects. This can lead to new discoveries and a better understanding of the universe.

4. What kind of objects can be observed with an ultra advance telescope?

An ultra advance telescope can observe a wide range of objects in space, including planets, stars, galaxies, and other celestial bodies. It can also capture images of faint and distant objects that are not visible with regular telescopes.

5. How are ultra advance telescopes being used in scientific research?

Ultra advance telescopes are used in various areas of scientific research, such as astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. They are also used for studying the properties and behavior of different objects in space, as well as for finding new objects and phenomena in the universe.

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