Center for Astrophysical Research in Antarctica
CARA Science:
Submillimeter Tipper
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Summary
Constructed by Carnegie Mellon University and the National Radio
Astronomy Observatory, the submillimeter tipper
uses an ambient-temperature pyroelectric detector to monitor 350 micron
radiation. A stepper motor drives an off-axis paraboloid mirror, allowing the
instrument to scan from zenith to horizon. The tipper is currently taking
data on
the roof of the AST/RO building at the
South Pole. Modifications to the tipper
are planned to incorporate it within the AASTO
package of instruments.
Results
Pictures
See the
group's website for pictures.
For more information
The group has a website at
http://www.tuc.nrao.edu/mma/sites/Chajnantor/instruments/smm-tipper/ .
The submillimeter tipper is based at NRAO and Carnegie Mellon University.
For more information,
contact Simon Radford, sradford@nrao.edu.
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