[PDF] The Atacama Large Millimeter Array eBook

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 22,77 MB
Release : 2005-11-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309096944

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The 1991 NRC decadal survey for astronomy and astrophysics included a project called the Millimeter Array (MMA). This instrument would be an array of millimeter-wavelength telescopes intended to capture images of star-forming regions and distant star-burst galaxies. With the addition of contributions form Europe, the MMA evolved into the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA), a proposed array of 64, 12-meter antennas. The project is now part of the NSF Major Research Equipment and Facilities budget request. Increased costs, however, have forced the NSF to reconsider the number of antennas. To help with that review, NSF asked the NRC to assess the scientific consequences of reducing the number of active antennas from 60 to either 50 or 40. This report presents an assessment of the effect of downsizing on technical performance specifications, performance degradation, and the ability to perform transformational science, and of the minimum number of antennas needed.

Author :
Publisher :
Page : 2 pages
File Size : 28,50 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Millimeter astronomy
ISBN :

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The U.S. National Radio Astronomy Observatory presents information about the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA), a millimeter wavelength telescope, to be built in Llano de Chajnantor, Chile.

Author : Rafael Bachiller
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 18,20 MB
Release : 2008-04-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 1402069359

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Currently under construction in Northern Chile, the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA) is the most ambitious astronomy facility under construction. This book describes the enormous capabilities of ALMA, the state of the project, and most notably the scientific prospects of such a unique facility. The book includes reviews and recent results on most hot topics of modern astronomy. It looks forward to the revolutionary results that are likely to be obtained with ALMA.

Author : Rebecca Glenn
Publisher : Emereo Publishing
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 41,14 MB
Release : 2014-03-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781488543203

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There has never been a Atacama Large Millimeter Array Guide like this. It contains 33 answers, much more than you can imagine; comprehensive answers and extensive details and references, with insights that have never before been offered in print. Get the information you need--fast! This all-embracing guide offers a thorough view of key knowledge and detailed insight. This Guide introduces what you want to know about Atacama Large Millimeter Array. A quick look inside of some of the subjects covered: National Radio Astronomy Observatory - Charlottesville, Virginia, National Astronomical Observatory of Japan - Projects with NAOJ involvement, Onsala Space Observatory - Nordic ALMA node, Tim de Zeeuw - Professional Activities, University of Tokyo Atacama Observatory, Submillimeter astronomy - Submillimetre astronomy from the ground, Atacama Cosmology Telescope - Design and location, University of Virginia - Rankings and recognition, Panspermia - Pseudo-panspermia, Atacama Pathfinder Experiment, Atacama Desert - Astronomical observatories, National Radio Astronomy Observatory - Tucson, Arizona, QUIET - Instrument, European Southern Observatory - Llano de Chajnantor, Extremely high frequency - Scientific research, Llano de Chajnantor Observatory, European Southern Observatory - Atacama Pathfinder Experiment (APEX), Electromagnetic interference - RFI in radio astronomy, Mitsubishi Electric - Products, Atacama Submillimeter Telescope Experiment, Llano de Chajnantor Observatory - Telescopes on Llano de Chajnantor, Netherlands Institute for Space Research - Current missions or projects with SRON contribution, Astronomical interferometer - History of astronomical interferometers, James Clerk Maxwell Telescope, Green Bank Telescope, Combined Array for Research in Millimeter-wave Astronomy - Location, and much more...

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 30,4 MB
Release : 2005-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309182050

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The 1991 NRC decadal survey for astronomy and astrophysics included a project called the Millimeter Array (MMA). This instrument would be an array of millimeter-wavelength telescopes intended to capture images of star-forming regions and distant star-burst galaxies. With the addition of contributions form Europe, the MMA evolved into the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA), a proposed array of 64, 12-meter antennas. The project is now part of the NSF Major Research Equipment and Facilities budget request. Increased costs, however, have forced the NSF to reconsider the number of antennas. To help with that review, NSF asked the NRC to assess the scientific consequences of reducing the number of active antennas from 60 to either 50 or 40. This report presents an assessment of the effect of downsizing on technical performance specifications, performance degradation, and the ability to perform transformational science, and of the minimum number of antennas needed.

Author : Al Wootten
Publisher :
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 43,58 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Science
ISBN :

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Annotation Sixty-two contributions from the October 1999 conference in Washington D.C. include reviews and papers on dawn in star-forming regions, the era of planet formation, galaxy formation, old age, and ALMA and other instruments. The scientific capabilities of ALMA are specifically discussed. Graphs, charts, and other images display key findings. Contributors include astronomers, physicists, and other researchers from North America, Europe, Japan, Chile, and Taiwan. There is no index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)