Chapter 3:
Introduction to STIS
3.1 Instrument Capabilities
3.2 Instrument Design
3.2.1 Detectors
3.2.2 STIS Physical Configuration
3.3 Basic Instrument Operations
3.3.1 Typical STIS Observing Sequence
3.4 Designing STIS Observations
3.4.1 Identify Science Requirements and Define STIS Configuration
3.4.2 Determine Exposure Time and Check Feasibility
3.4.3 Identify Need for Non-Science Exposures and Constraints
3.4.4 Determine Total Orbit Request
In this chapter we provide an overview of the capabilities and scientific applications of STIS. We describe the opto-mechanical layout and basic operation of the instrument, with a flow chart and discussion to help you design a technically feasible, scientifically optimized STIS observing proposal.
