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How Does the Physical Size of the Antennas in a Radio Interferometer Affect its Sensitivity?
This question is closely related to a question that we have answered previously about how a radio telescope interferometer…

Are There Space-Based Radio Telescopes?
There have been a few radio telescopes launched into space over the years, most with the purpose of linking…
How Close to a Plane are the VLA Antennas?
Question: I assume that if the VLA antenna mounts are in a mathematical plane it would be easier to…
Why Does the Very Large Array Have Different Antenna Configurations?
Question: On a tour of the VLA I learned of the 4 configurations, but I couldn’t get an answer…
How do the Cryogenic Cooling Systems Work on the VLA Receiving Systems?
Question: Can you please explain in detail how the cryogenic system for telescope amplifier cooling works? I was recently…