Abstract

This article discusses the problem of forming a dynamic adjustment algorithm for the radio-optical system of a large terrestrial fully steerable radio telescope that can be carried out in its operating regime under conditions of deformation of the elements of the metallic structures of the radio telescope, generated by external effects. The adjustment algorithm is based on the concept of an equivalent radio lens whose optical parameters are formed by the methods of matrix optics in Kogel’nik’s basis. These results are illustrated, using as an example a terrestrial fully steerable radio telescope with a primary reflector 64 m in diameter, produced in this country.

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