Antenna of the Australia Telescope Compact Array

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Antenna of the Australia Telescope Compact Array

Australia Telescope Compact Array. View of a dish antenna from the Australia Telescope Compact Array, located at Culgoora near Narrabri in New South Wales, Australia. Six antennae like this, each 22 metres (72 feet) in diameter, make up the array at the Paul Wild Observatory. The antennae are equipped with six 3 centimetre (cm) and thirteen 20 cm receivers. Five antennae sit on a 3 km long rail track running east-west; a sixth lies 3 km west of the main group. The five are moved to different locations and the six combined can be used as one large radio telescope. The Australia Telescope Compact Array is operated by the Australia Telescope National Facility

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Astrophysics Australia New South Wales Observatory Radio Telescope

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This print showcases the impressive Antenna of the Australia Telescope Compact Array, located at Culgoora near Narrabri in New South Wales, Australia. Standing tall and proud, this dish antenna is one of six that form the array at the renowned Paul Wild Observatory. Each antenna boasts a remarkable diameter of 22 meters (72 feet), making them true giants in the world of radio astronomy. Equipped with advanced technology, these antennae are fitted with six 3 centimeter (cm) and thirteen 20 cm receivers, enabling them to capture and analyze celestial signals from across the universe. Positioned on a 3 km long rail track running east-west, five antennae can be maneuvered to different locations while a sixth lies westward from the main group. The versatility of this setup allows for groundbreaking research as all six antennae can be combined to function as one colossal radio telescope. Operated by the prestigious Australia Telescope National Facility, this facility plays an integral role in advancing our understanding of astrophysics and unraveling mysteries hidden within space. Through this mesmerizing image captured by Science Photo Library, we are granted a glimpse into humanity's tireless pursuit of knowledge about our vast universe. The sheer scale and technological prowess exhibited by these antennas serve as a testament to mankind's unwavering curiosity about what lies beyond our planet's boundaries.

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