LUVOIRBs

LUVOIRBs refers to the Large Ultraviolet Optical Infrared Surveyor's Inner Baffles. These baffles are a crucial component of the proposed Large Ultraviolet Optical Infrared Surveyor (LUVOIR) space telescope. LUVOIR is a concept for a future observatory designed to study a wide range of astronomical phenomena, from exoplanet atmospheres to the early universe. The inner baffles are part of the telescope's optical system, specifically its sunshield. Their primary function is to block stray light from reaching the sensitive scientific instruments. This stray light can come from various sources, including the Sun, Earth, and Moon, and if not effectively managed, it can overwhelm the faint signals from celestial objects. By absorbing or reflecting unwanted light, the LUVOIRBs help ensure that the telescope can capture clear and accurate images and spectra. The design of these baffles is complex, requiring careful consideration of materials, geometry, and placement to maximize their light-blocking effectiveness while minimizing their impact on the telescope's overall structure and mass. The successful implementation of LUVOIRBs is essential for LUVOIR to achieve its ambitious scientific goals, particularly in the search for and characterization of potentially habitable exoplanets.