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CHARA array
Optical interferometer, located on Mount Wilson, California / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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 | Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy ![]() |
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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 | astronomical interferometer ![]() |
Website | www![]() |
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