CHARA array
Optical interferometer, located on Mount Wilson, California / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The CHARA (Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy) array is an optical interferometer, located on Mount Wilson, California. The array consists of six 1-metre (40 in) telescopes operating as an astronomical interferometer. Construction was completed in 2003. CHARA is owned by Georgia State University (GSU).
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Alternative names | CHARA |
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Location(s) | California, Pacific States Region |
Coordinates | 34°13′29″N 118°03′26″W |
Organization | Georgia State University |
Telescope style | optical telescope |
Website | www |
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