The Dish is more correctly known as CSIRO's (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) Parkes radio telescope. It is a 64m diameter parabolic dish used for radio astronomy. Basically it detects radio waves from objects in space and with some rather clever processing, turns these into images of the objects.
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CSIRO"S Parkes radio telescope |
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It moved to its 'stowed' position when we were there as the winds were forecast to exceed its maximum operating winds speed of 35km/hr. Watching it move was very cool! |
The Dish has been significantly upgraded since it was built in 1961. The basic structure had remained unchanged but it is now 10,000 times more sensitive than when it built.
And a bit about the CSIRO - Australia's national science research agency. Their website state we solve the greatest challenges using innovative science and technology. At the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), we shape the future. We do this by using science to solve real issues to unlock a better future for our community, our economy, our planet.
A few of the cool things the CSIRO have invented are:
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Even the strongest signal from the cosmos can be very faint. Mobile phones and even the microwave in the lunchroom can cause nuisance when used during observations! |
And a bit about the CSIRO - Australia's national science research agency. Their website state we solve the greatest challenges using innovative science and technology. At the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), we shape the future. We do this by using science to solve real issues to unlock a better future for our community, our economy, our planet.
A few of the cool things the CSIRO have invented are:
- WiFi
- Plastic bank notes
- Extended wear contact lenses
- Aerogard
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The gardens contain a variety of fabulous interpretive displays and a direct descendant of Isaac Newton's famous apple tree! |
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