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Noun
1. adaptive optics (esp. in a telescope)
Wikipedia definition
2. Adaptive opticsAdaptive optics (AO) is a technology used to improve the performance of optical systems by reducing the effect of wavefront distortions. It is used in astronomical telescopes and laser communication systems to remove the effects of atmospheric distortion, in microscopy, optical fabrication and in retinal imaging systems to reduce optical aberrations.
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