Willstrop, Roderick Vernon, fl1957 - 1975 (optical designer)
Person
Found in 36 Collections and/or Records:
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Cable from R.V. Willstrop, 1975
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/649
Scope and Contents
A handwritten copy of a cable from R.V. Willstrop to the Siding Spring Observatory requesting information on the present state of commissioning for Redman's talk on the Anglo-Australian Telescope at the Royal Astronomical Society's Annual General Meeting on 14 March, with an accompanying card giving details of the meeting.
Dates:
1975
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Correspondence of Gascoigne and Willstrop, 1974-08
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/605
Scope and Contents
A cable from S.C.B. Gascoigne to R.V. Willstrop, and Willstrop's reply, regarding F/8 Hartmann plates, polar plate 101 and the Omega Centauri photographic enlargements. There is also a telex from D.W. Cunliffe confirming the arrival of enlargements.
Dates:
1974-08
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Correspondence on Siding Spring Observatory, 1969-06-26 - 1969-07-25
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/479
Scope and Contents
Correspondence regarding the building design and layout at the Siding Spring Observatory, including Redman's correspondence with Hermann Wehner concerning the modified darkroom-layout, with a drawing, and also the dome layout, which Redman has discussed with R. Griffin, R.V. Willstrop and W. Sargent; a letter from M.H. Jeffery enclosing a copy of Macdonald, Wagner and Priddle's report on mountain top development, 11 July 1969; a letter from Jeffery, 23 July 1969, referring to his visit to...
Dates:
1969-06-26 - 1969-07-25
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Correspondence on the 150-inch telescope, 1967-06-20 - 1967-09-12
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/429
Scope and Contents
A circular letter from Redman inviting comments on the design of the 150-inch telescope from prospective users, with replies from D.W. Dewhirst and R.V. Willstrop, University of Cambridge Observatory; H.A. Brück, Royal Observatory, Edinburgh; V.C. Reddish, Royal Observatory, Edinburgh; S.C.B. Gascoigne; D.E. Blackwell, Oxford University Observatory; R.H. Stoy, Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope; A.D. Thackeray, Radcliffe Observatory; D.W.N. Stibbs, St Andrews University Observatory,...
Dates:
1967-06-20 - 1967-09-12
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Correspondence on the computer specification, 1972-01-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/550
Scope and Contents
Letters from Redman and V.C. Reddish to Maston Beard, 27 January 1972, regarding the 2nd edition of the computer functional specification, with an extract from the specification, including Redman's pencilled marginal notes. There are also undated handwritten comments by R.V. Willstrop.
Dates:
1972-01-27
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Correspondence on the Coudé flat and spectrograph, 1973-05-16 - 1973-06-28
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/578
Scope and Contents
Correspondence regarding the Coudé flat and Coudé spectrograph, comprised of Redman's correspondence with D.S. Brown, including a sketch showing the edge defects on the elliptical Coudé flat; Redman's correspondence with Hermann Wehner on the Coudé spectrograph; reference to A.H. Pfund 'Metallic Arcs for Spectroscopic Investigations', 'Astrophysical Journal', Vol. 27, 1908, p. 296, and an enclosed extract of a piece by H.R.F. Gollnow entitled 'Comparison Light Source', from Stromlo Reprint...
Dates:
1973-05-16 - 1973-06-28
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence on the Hartmann tests, 1972-01-27 - 1972-02-21
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/549
Scope and Contents
Letters and cables regarding the Hartmann tests, including Redman's letter to R.F. Griffin at the Hale Observatory, 27 January 1972, concerning the mirror figure, the size of the Northern Hemisphere Observatory telescope, his travel plans, and observing on the Cambridge 36-inch telescope; and a copy of Redman's letter to S.C.B. Gascoigne, 27 January, referring to his time of arrival at Canberra, with a manuscript note regarding R.V. Willstrop's worry about a program error. There are also...
Dates:
1972-01-27 - 1972-02-21
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Correspondence on the prime focus camera, 1971-12-02 - 1972-01-26
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/546
Scope and Contents
Correspondence regarding the prime focus camera, including a letter from P.R. Gillingham, 2 December 1971, enclosing a draft of the optical section of the prime focus camera specification; a copy of a letter from Redman to W.A. Goodsell, 23 December 1971, containing his comments on the specification; letters from S.C.B. Gascoigne and W.A. Goodsell referring to Redman's comments and arrangements for his visit to Australia; copies of letters from Redman to Goodsell and Gascoigne referring to...
Dates:
1971-12-02 - 1972-01-26
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with D.W. Cunliffe, 1972-10
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/572
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from Redman to D.W. Cunliffe, 20 October 1972, enclosing a statement of Redman's expenses for his recent visit to Canberra; summaries of telephone conversations between R.V. Willstrop and D.S. Brown held on 20 September and 18 October, which include a comment on the Hartmann tests; and summaries of telephone conversations between J.D. Pope and R.V. Willstrop on 19 October concerning Hartmann screen holes. Redman's letter was sent in reply to a request made in a telegram...
Dates:
1972-10
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with D.W. Cunliffe, 1972-11-02 - 1974-09-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/643
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with D.W. Cunliffe regarding Redman's fees and claims for expenses as the United Kingdom consultant to the Anglo-Australian Telescope, with reference to time spent by R.V. Willstrop on Anglo-Australian Telescope work and the progress of the telescope.
Dates:
1972-11-02 - 1974-09-27
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with J.F. Hosie, 1971-09
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/344
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter to J.F. Hosie, 2 September 1971, concerning currency with regard to the rent for the solar tunnel in Malta, and reporting that the Anglo-Australian Telescope mirror is likely to be ready for final tests by the end of the month. There is also an extract from Hosie's reply of 14 September, regarding the mirror and R.V. Willstrop's expenses for carrying out its testing.
Dates:
1971-09
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with P.R. Gillingham, 1972-03-24 - 1972-04-26
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/553
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with P.R. Gillingham regarding an enclosed incomplete draft of the specification for the Cassegrain Acquisition and Guiding Units. Redman's letter of 26 April refers to comments by R.V. Willstrop.
Dates:
1972-03-24 - 1972-04-26
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Correspondence with R.V. Willstrop, 1974-06-20 - 1974-07-23
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/600
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with R.V. Willstrop at the Siding Spring Observatory. Willstrop's handwritten letters report on commissioning tests, progress and observing, and refer to S.C.G. Gascoigne's accident, a postal strike, encoders for the Northern Hemisphere Observatory, the Koblertron, Hartmann plates, tachometers, dome air temperatures, the Isaac Newton Telescope, I. Arnison, the rumour of O.J. Eggen's resignation, the Royal opening, and the allocation of time on the Anglo-Australian Telescope....
Dates:
1974-06-20 - 1974-07-23
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with R.V. Willstrop, 1974-11-28 - 1974-12-05
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/613
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with R.V. Willstrop, written during Redman's visit to the Siding Spring Observatory, regarding setting errors, prime focus direct photography, other commissioning work, various committee meetings, and Willstrop's private conversation with J. Wampler.
Dates:
1974-11-28 - 1974-12-05
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Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne, 1973-05 - 1973-06
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/577
Scope and Contents
Cables and letters exchanged with S.C.B. Gascoigne concerning Gascoigne's visit to Newcastle and optical tests by Redman and R.V. Willstrop. There is also an abstract of R.V. Shack, 'Optical Sciences Technology', University of Arizona, Tucson, Report 32, 1968.
Dates:
1973-05 - 1973-06
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne, 1973-07-20 - 1973-09-26
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/583
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne regarding the progress at Sir Howard Grubb, Parsons and Co. Ltd on optical tests and fitting the mercury band; the Anglo-Australian Telescope Board and Committee meetings; Redman's proposed visit to Australia; the Coudé spectrograph; and the International Astronomical Union meeting. There is also a letter from R.V. Willstrop, 6 August, and a report of his telephone conversation with Sir Howard Grubb, Parsons and Co. Ltd on 21 September 1973. Gascoigne's...
Dates:
1973-07-20 - 1973-09-26
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne, 1974-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/596
Scope and Contents
Letters and telexes exchanged between Redman and S.C.B. Gascoigne and the A.A.T. Project Office, regarding visits by Redman and R.V. Willstrop, D.S. Brown's proposal for testing two Coudé flats, the Astronomers Working Party, on-site problems reported by Gascoigne, and Gascoigne's calendar of events.
Dates:
1974-03
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne, 1974-05-29 - 1974-06-11
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/599
Scope and Contents
A letter from S.C.B. Gascoigne, 29 May 1974, and a copy of Redman's reply of 11 June, regarding observing on the Anglo-Australian Telescope; accidents, including damage to the right ascension gear teeth; J. Rothwell's accident; assembling the F/8 mirror girdle and cell; dome fans; and Hartmann tests. Redman's letter encloses a handwritten list of questions for R.V. Willstrop to ask various people.
Dates:
1974-05-29 - 1974-06-11
Conditions Governing Access:
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Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne, 1974-07-08 - 1974-08-05
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/601
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with S.C.B. Gascoigne regarding his accident; telescope progress; the 'invaluable' help of R.V. Willstrop, who has returned to Cambridge with interesting plates and thermograph records; Redman's engagements, which will prevent him visiting Australia for the opening; and the British Scientific Instrument Research Association's cancelled open day. Gascoigne's letter of 30 July encloses a copy of a cutting of a critical article from the 'Sydney Morning Herald', 2 July 1974,...
Dates:
1974-07-08 - 1974-08-05
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Letter from B.E.J. Pagel, 1974-01-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/260
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from B.E.J. Pagel to R.V. Willstrop regarding the proposed optimised Nasmyth focus for the 4.5m N.H.O. telescope.
Dates:
1974-01-03
Conditions Governing Access:
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Letter from D.S. Brown, 1972-07-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/562
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from D.S. Brown to S.C.B. Gascoigne concerning tests on the f/8 convex mirror and enclosing notes on calculations for the f/8 convex and the primary mirror. Brown refers to calculations made by R.V. Willstrop.
Dates:
1972-07-03
Conditions Governing Access:
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Letter from R.H. Stoy, 1957-01-29
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/2
Scope and Contents
A letter from R.H. Stoy concerning the possibility of R.V. Willstrop working at the Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope; his award of the C.B.E.; the Professorship at the University of Cape Town; German interest in the European Southern Observatory; the Suez affair; and family news.
Dates:
1957-01-29
Conditions Governing Access:
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Letter from R.V. Willstrop, 1974-01-13
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/282
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from R.V. Willstrop to J.D. Pope regarding the spectrographs and altazimuth mountings on drawing M-024-T of the Isaac Newton Telescope and a 4.5m telescope.
Dates:
1974-01-13
Conditions Governing Access:
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Letter from R.V. Willstrop, 1974-02-10
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/285
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from R.V. Willstrop to J.D. Pope commenting on the draft specification for the new Isaac Newton Telescope primary mirror.
Dates:
1974-02-10
Conditions Governing Access:
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Letter to B.N. Watts, 1973-08-09
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 37/354
Scope and Contents
A copy of a letter from Redman to B.N. Watts containing comments by Redman and R.V. Willstrop on a draft press release.
Dates:
1973-08-09
Conditions Governing Access:
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