Advanced LIGO: Precision measurement for astronomy

Stephan Ballmer

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

Abstract

The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) is currently installing the Advanced LIGO interferometers, designed to measure the space-time distortions due to binary neutron star mergers. I will discuss the required technology and give an update on the installation progress

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationLaser Science, LS 2012
PublisherOptical Society of America (OSA)
ISBN (Print)9781557529565
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
EventLaser Science, LS 2012 - Rochester, NY, United States
Duration: Oct 14 2012 → Oct 18 2012

Publication series

NameLaser Science, LS 2012

Conference

ConferenceLaser Science, LS 2012
CountryUnited States
CityRochester, NY
Period10/14/12 → 10/18/12

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

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