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Title:
An automated astrophysical observatory for Antarctica
Authors:
Storey, J. W. V.; Ashley, M. C. B.; Burton, M. G.
Publication:
Publications Astronomical Society of Australia, vol. 13, no. 1, p. 35-38 (PASA Homepage)
Publication Date:
01/1996
Origin:
PASA
Keywords:
INSTRUMENTATION, TELESCOPES
Bibliographic Code:
1996PASA...13...35S

Abstract

Conditions on the high Antarctic Plateau would appear to be extremely favourable for a wide range of astronomical research. Before a decision can be made on constructing an observatory, data are required on site conditions at the most promising locations. To enable these data to be collected, a Lockheed Automated Geophysical Observatory is being purchased. This facility will be fitted with a suite of astronomical site-testing instruments, and deployed to several sites on the antarctic plateau. This program will allow a definitive assessment of the site conditions to be made by the end of this century.

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