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Hosting Matters Summary: Infrastructure Development and Governance Framework Update

Providing access to new assets and infrastructure, such as the Engineering Operations Centre and Science Operations Centre, is crucial for supporting the delivery and operation of the SKA MID telescope. The governance framework outlines key documents and obligations, including agreements with SKAO a

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Einstein Telescope Collaboration Bylaws and Code of Conduct

The Einstein Telescope Collaboration has established internal rules and a Code of Conduct to ensure a professional, respectful, and inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment. All members are expected to adhere to these guidelines to foster a supportive atmosphere for scientific d

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Evolution of Microscopes: From Reading Stones to Phase-Contrast Microscopy

The history of microscopes dates back to the 11th century with the invention of the reading stone, leading to the creation of wearable eyeglasses in the 13th century. The first microscope was developed in the late 16th century by Zacharias Jansen, paving the way for the compound microscope and the t

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Hubble Space Telescope Damping System for Oscillation Reduction

This presentation focuses on the design and implementation of a compensator system to reduce deleterious oscillations affecting observations from the Hubble Space Telescope. Utilizing MATLAB for frequency response analysis, the project aims to dampen oscillations occurring at distinct frequencies, e

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 4 - Test Your Astrophysics Knowledge!

Challenge your knowledge of astronomy with these 10 questions from the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 4. Test your understanding of telescopes, galaxies, planets, and more in this exciting quiz. Answer questions on various aspects of astronomy, from telescope construction in South Africa to planetary r

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Understanding Optical Telescope Types and Lens-Maker's Formula

Optical telescopes utilize lenses or mirrors to collect and focus light for imaging celestial objects. The lens-maker's formula is crucial for determining the focal length of lenses, considering factors like index of refraction and radii of curvature. Different lens configurations and materials help

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Exploring the Einstein Telescope: Observational Science and Board Details

Delve into the world of observational science with the Einstein Telescope (ET). This comprehensive overview covers the involvement of Flanders researchers, gravitational wave sources, ET's detection capabilities, and its significant contributions to black hole and neutron star properties. Learn abou

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Understanding Astronomical Visibility and Brightness Factors

Explore the factors influencing astronomical visibility, such as telescope size, aperture, and light pollution. Learn about the visual systems affecting our ability to see in different lighting conditions and understand concepts like illuminance, luminance, and apparent magnitude in astronomy.

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Understanding Receivers and Noise in Radio Astronomy

Discover the challenges faced in radio astronomy due to noise, with the signal often indistinguishable from background noise. Learn about receiver sensitivity issues, minimizing thermal noise, and mitigating atmospheric effects to improve observation quality. Explore the essential elements of telesc

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Optics Spectrometer Setup at Rayat Shikshan Sanstha's Veer Wajekar A.S.C. College

Construction and setup guide for an optics spectrometer at Rayat Shikshan Sanstha's Veer Wajekar A.S.C. College, including details on the telescope, collimator, and prism table. Instructions cover aligning the telescope, setting up the collimator, and positioning the spectrometer table. Steps are pr

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LSST Commissioning Review: Camera Summit Reverification and Hazards

In preparation for the LSST Commissioning Review in Tucson, the Camera Summit Reverification process led by Travis Lange, an I&T Engineer, involves re-assembling the camera and re-verifying requirements. The schedule, budget, risks, and hazards are outlined, including inherited risks from the I&T ph

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ATST Safety Review High-Level Software Overview

This document provides an overview of the high-level software components involved in the ATST Safety Review conducted on 26th January 2011. It includes details on the Telescope Software Control Systems, Observatory Software Control Systems, and Instrument Software Control Systems, along with respons

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Advanced Workflow Management System for Astronomical Observatories

Cutting-edge workflow system designed for effective planning, execution, and management of telescope data flows in astronomical observatories. The system includes modules for image acquisition, data processing, alert management, and real-time data analysis. It provides seamless integration and autom

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Exploring IC 5067: The Pelican Nebula and Herbig-Haro Objects

Delve into the beauty and mysteries of IC 5067, the Pelican Nebula, located in the Cygnus constellation. Discover its unique features, including emission nebula jets emitted by Herbig-Haro object 555. Follow the imaging process using a Meade LX200 telescope and ST-9XE camera. Uncover the challenges

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Exploring Astronomy Big Data and Cyberinfrastructure for AI Innovation

Harnessing the power of big data in astronomy, this presentation by Curt Dodds from the Institute for Astronomy at the University of Hawaii, Manoa, delves into the utilization of national cyberinfrastructure to advance artificial intelligence access and foster innovation in the field. The discussion

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Advanced Virgo Squeezing Working Group Overview

The Advanced Virgo (AdV) project involves various activities related to squeezing technology, optical layouts, Faraday isolators, and electronics. The project includes components like the squeezer, clean room, detectors, telescopes, and alignment systems. The installation, commissioning, and status

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Progress Update on Phased Array Feeds Project - June 2015

In June 2015, progress was reported on the Phased Array Feeds project, highlighting successful tests at the Green Bank Telescope (GBT). The collaboration included advancements in beamforming technology, backend bandwidth expansion, and instrumentation upgrades. Despite some discrepancies between mod

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EEE Runs Update: Statistics and Performance Summary as of June 3, 2019

Total tracks acquired, days of data taking, candidate tracks per day, performance metrics, and duty cycle information for the EEE telescope network up to Run 5, as reported by Fabrizio Coccetti at Centro Fermi Museo Storico della Fisica e Centro Studi e Ricerche Enrico Fermi in Rome, Italy. The netw

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ET Sustainable Development Strategy: Minimizing Global Carbon Footprint

In the pursuit of sustainable development, the Einstein Telescope (ET) is focusing on minimizing its global carbon footprint. Maria Marsella leads the efforts to evaluate the environmental, societal, and landscape impacts of this strategy, aiming to implement valorization and mitigation actions. By

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PULSE@Parkes: Engaging High School Students in Astronomy Education

PULSE@Parkes is a program where high school students collaborate with professional astronomers to conduct remote observations using the Parkes radio telescope. The program offers hands-on experiences, online modules, and data sessions for students in years 10-12. Students also have the opportunity t

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Exploring Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) and Scintillations in the Universe

Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) are millisecond-duration bursts of radio waves originating from outside our galaxy, offering researchers a unique opportunity to investigate baryon distributions and probe the cold gas clumps in the Universe. Scintillations in radio waves caused by irregularities in the inte

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Einstein Telescope Collaboration Board Symposium 2022 Budapest Agenda and Special Guests

The Einstein Telescope Collaboration Board Symposium 2022 in Budapest covers various agenda items including membership, elections, discussions on boards, and updating Bylaws. Special guests from ET Directorate and other collaborations are attending. The Collaboration Board is the governing body maki

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Exploring Mass, Volume, and Density in Space Telescope Launch

Delve into the world of mass, volume, and density as we prepare to launch a telescope into space. Discover the importance of understanding these concepts in selecting materials for space exploration and learn about measuring mass, volume, and density through engaging activities.

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Estimating Lunar Mountain Heights with Shadow Lengths

Explore how to estimate the height of lunar mountains by measuring the length of their shadows on the Moon's surface using data from the Liverpool Telescope. Discover the intriguing world of lunar shadows and how they can reveal information about celestial features. See how similar triangles and geo

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Lessons Learned from ET Beam Pipe Design for Infrastructure Linkages

Understanding the interfaces between the ET beam pipe and civil infrastructure is vital for successful project implementation. Luigi Scibile shares insights on the connections with roads, buildings, shafts, tunnels, and more at the 2nd Einstein Telescope Annual Meeting in Paris, November 2023. The p

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Southern African Large Telescope Report Summary

The report highlights the achievements and initiatives of the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) project in 2013/14, including outreach statistics, successes with SALT partners, future programs, and suggestions. It covers various activities such as exhibitions, teacher training, robotic telesco

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Optical Infrared Coordination Network for Astronomy (FP7 2013-2016), HORIZON (2017-2020)

This network consolidates funding and support for Europe's optical and infrared astronomy facilities, aiming to enhance infrastructure, train new astronomers, and develop cutting-edge technologies. It emphasizes collaboration among national and international agencies, optimizing access to mid-size t

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Understanding Radio Telescope Sensitivity and Resolution in Radio Astronomy

This lecture covers the concepts of radio telescope sensitivity in detecting small temperature variations from the sky, including factors such as radiometric sensitivity, antenna noise temperature, receiver system noise, and more. Additionally, it touches upon the resolution capabilities of radio te

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The EUCLID Consortium - Mapping the Geometry of the Universe

The EUCLID Consortium presented their mission at a conference in Beijing, PR China in March 2017. The consortium outlined the science case, mission requirements, technical challenges, and detailed plans for their telescope, focusing on galaxy shape measurement, redshifts, spectroscopy, and photometr

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Lessons Learned from the Einstein Telescope Design Study

The design study of the Einstein Telescope (ET) provides valuable insights into the evolution of 3G detector concepts, the crucial role of networking structures, and the key elements of the ET Research Infrastructure. Lessons from failures, explorations, and refinements have shaped the development o

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SKA1 Low Assembly Integration & Verification Plan

The SKA1 Low Assembly, Integration, and Verification (AIV) Plan outlines the responsibilities of the AIV Consortium, consortium partners, and the roll-out plan for the SKA1 Low telescope. The plan encompasses user requirements validation, system verification, operational concepts, and more. It detai

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Science Community Engagement and ATST Development Summary

Science community engagement and development of the Advanced Technology Solar Telescope (ATST) are critical for the success of the project. The formation of core groups, hosting ATST science meetings, and involving a wider US user community are key recommendations from reports and discussions. The P

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Insights into NARIT ULTRASPEC TNT ZEMAX Files for Thai National Telescope - July 2013

Explore detailed information about the NARIT ULTRASPEC TNT ZEMAX files related to the Thai National Telescope in July 2013. Dive into the optical surfaces, interface planes, and mechanical distances within the telescope system. The content includes images and descriptions validating the ZEMAX model'

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Celebrating 30 Years of Discovery with the Hubble Space Telescope

On April 24, 1990, the space shuttle Discovery launched the Hubble Space Telescope into space, marking the beginning of an incredible journey of discovery. Over the past 30 years, Hubble has revolutionized our understanding of the universe, from exploring galaxies and black holes to revealing the my

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Telescope Productivity and Impact Analysis 2017-2021

This update analyzes telescope productivity and impact in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics from 2017 to 2021. It includes data on publications, citations, productivity per telescope, and impact of papers. Insights on high impact papers and inequality in impact distribution are also discussed

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Highlights from ATNF Operations Meeting - November 25, 2014

Insights from the ATNF Operations meeting held on November 25, 2014, covering topics such as budget implications, telescope availability, Parkes and ATCA updates, LBA and Tidbinbilla operations, Mopra telescope status, user support, and qualification. The meeting discussed changes in visitor service

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Understanding Astronomical Planning and Scheduling for Scientific Missions

Explore the operational aspects of astronomical missions led by the Space Telescope Science Institute, covering the Hubble Space Telescope and the upcoming James Webb Space Telescope. Learn about the goals, features, constraints, and use cases of planning and scheduling, along with mission character

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Enhancing Infrastructure Interfaces for Telescope Operations

In the realm of telescope operations, ensuring clear interfaces is crucial for smooth functioning. This involves addressing ill-defined interfaces, database management, locating interfaces, internal and external interface specifications, and tool requirements without the need for adaptations. By foc

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Enhancing Your Skills as an Astronomical Observer

Elevate your observational skills by learning to explore beyond familiar objects like M13. Discover techniques for selecting, locating, and observing various celestial bodies, aided by observing lists, star atlases, and different telescope types. Understand the importance of aperture and delve into

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