Gravitational radiation antennas - History, observations, and lunar surface opportunities

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Mar 1990

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IN: Physics and astrophysics from a lunar base; Proceedings of the 1st NASA Workshop, Stanford, CA, May 19, 20, 1989 (A91-56551

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

Antenna Design, Gravitational Wave Antennas, Lunar Based Equipment, Lunar Surface, Space-Time Functions, Accelerometers, Cylindrical Bodies, Interferometers, Lunar Bases, Neutrinos, Supernova 1987A, Moon, Utilization, Lunar Base, Physics, Astrophysics, Science Aspects, Gravity Properties, Radiation, Quadrupole Moments, Experiments, Diagrams, Interferometry, Relativity, Geometry, Equipment, Photographs, Neutrinos, Gravity Waves, Supernovas, Moon-Based Observations

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The paper discusses the suitability of the lunar surface for observing the quadrupole modes with a long-period accelerometer as well as gravitational radiation by means of a low-frequency bar and interferometer antennas. The theoretical background of gravitational radiation antennas is described emphasizing the General theory of Relativity. One measurement method involves the use of an elastic solid such as an aluminum cylinder whose length changes as spacetime curvature changes. The second method described involves the use of a Michelson interferometer which measures fractional changes in length. Results of the measurements are given for the period during the supernova 1987A, and applications of the experimental apparatuses to lunar gravitational observations are discussed. The large cross sections of the lunar quadrupole modes make the moon a good place for the use of a long-period accelerometer.

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