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    This study presents an optical processor for real-time radio sky imaging using a T-type antenna array. The technology demonstrates the feasibility of direct, visible image formation from radio signals.

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    • Astronomy
    • Optical Engineering
    • Signal Processing

    Background:

    • Radio astronomy requires advanced imaging techniques for sky observation.
    • Existing methods for processing low-frequency radio signals can be complex and computationally intensive.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a novel optical processor for direct, real-time imaging of the radio sky.
    • To evaluate the potential of current optical technologies for this application.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a T-type antenna array to capture low-frequency radio signals.
    • Employing an optical processor with modulator and light-valve technology.
    • Directly converting radio output signals into visible images.

    Main Results:

    • The optical processor is capable of forming real-time visible images.
    • Current technology can support a 50-element crossbar and 25-element stem array.
    • The correlator principle for this application has been experimentally confirmed.

    Conclusions:

    • This optical processor offers a new method for radio sky imaging.
    • The system is compatible with existing modulator and light-valve technologies.
    • Experimental validation supports the correlator principle for real-time radio-to-visible image conversion.