The Square Kilometre Array: A Science Mega-Project in the Making, 1990-2012

by Richard T. Schilizzi, Ronald D. Ekers, Peter E. Dewdney

Book Overview

The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) is a grand vision project to build the most sensitive radio telescope in the world. This open access book tells the story of its development - a story of transformational science, innovative engineering, and global collaboration. Its journey has been long and complex, reflecting the many issues faced in creating an affordable design, choosing a site, and developing a viable global organisation starting from a simple...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3031513738
• ISBN13: 9783031513732
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 614 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"