SKA
Science & Engineering abbreviation · Astronomy & Space
| Stands for | Square Kilometre Array |
|---|---|
| Categories | Science & Engineering |
SKA stands for Square Kilometre Array, an astronomy & Space abbreviation.
International radio telescope project under construction at two sites: low-frequency antennas in Western Australia and mid-frequency dishes in South Africa's Karoo region. When complete it will be the largest radio observatory ever built, studying the early universe, pulsars and cosmic magnetism.
Example: Once complete, the SKA will stream data to dedicated supercomputing centers in Perth and Cape Town.
Usage notes
The name refers to the goal of eventually reaching about one square kilometer of total collecting area. Headquarters are at Jodrell Bank in England, and construction began in December 2022. The SKA Observatory is an intergovernmental organization founded in 2021.
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