New view of the Sun: Radio telescope could save world billions through advanced warnings
Friday, November 30, 2012 - 11:10
in Astronomy & Space
A small pocket of Western Australia’s remote outback is set to become the eye on the sky and could potentially save the world billions of dollars. The Murchison Widefield Array (MWA) radio telescope, unveiled November 30, will give the world a dramatically improved view of the Sun and provide early warning to prevent damage to communication satellites, electric power grids and GPS navigation systems.