Integral Field Spectroscopy of Planetary Nebulae with MUSE
  The Multi-Unit Spectroscopic Explorer (MUSE) is a large integral field unit
mounted on the ESO Very Large Telescope. Its spatial (60 arcsecond field) and
wavelength (4800-9300A) coverage is well suited to detailed imaging
spectroscopy of extended planetary nebulae, such as in the Galaxy. An overview
of the capabilities of MUSE applied to planetary nebulae (PNe) is provided
together with the specific advantages and disadvantages. Some examples of
archival MUSE observations of PNe are provided. MUSE datacubes for two targets
(NGC 3132 and NGC 7009) have been analysed in detail and they are used to show
the advances achievable for planetary nebula studies. Prospects for further
MUSE observations of PNe and a broader analysis of existing datasets are
outlined.
