- This low-frequency radio astronomy observatory is designed to operate in the frequency range of 17-32 MHz. These antennas are used to monitor the natural radio emissions of Jupiter and the Sun. Coax to the spectrograph and power for the electronics are supplied via underground cables to the control room.
- One array consists of 4 phased bow tie folded dipoles observing in a field of view from east to west and from the horizon to about 70 degrees in elevation. The electronics permit observations of both left hand and right hand polarization emissions of Jupiter.
- In addition, there is a 4 element terminated folded dipole array which also provides both right hand and left hand polarization of received signals.
- A pair of phased dipoles for 20.1 MHz are also used.
- These radio telescope antennas are used in support of our continuing work with the Radio JOVE program.
- Examples of spectrograph images of Jupiter emissions taken with this array can be seen here.
- Examples of spectrograph images of Solar emissions taken with this array can be seen here.
- Utilizing SkyPipe software and Radio Sky Spectrograph (both freeware), anyone around the world can see and record observations from this and other similar radio telescope observatories.