Real-Time Condition Assessment of RAPTOR Telescope Systems
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 139, Issue 10
Abstract
The RAPid Telescopes for Optical Response (RAPTOR) observatory network consists of several ground-based, autonomous, robotic, astronomical observatories primarily designed to search for astrophysical transients called gamma-ray bursts. To make these observations, however, the RAPTOR telescopes must remain in peak operating condition at a high duty-cycle. Currently, the telescopes are maintained in an ad hoc manner, often in a run-to-failure mode. The required maintenance logistics are further complicated by the fact that many of the observatories are situated in remote locations. To ameliorate this situation, an effort has been initiated to develop a structural health monitoring (SHM) system capable of real-time, remote assessment of the RAPTOR telescopes. This paper summarizes the results from that effort. Common damage scenarios are identified to guide the instrumentation of the telescope system. A comprehensive analysis of the data acquired during experimental testing is then presented, highlighting the capability of the SHM system to discern between damaged and undamaged states. The paper concludes with a summary of future planned refinements for the RAPTOR SHM system.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 139 • Issue 10 • October 2013
Pages: 1763 - 1770
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Received: Sep 20, 2011
Accepted: Dec 29, 2011
Published online: Jan 2, 2012
Published in print: Oct 1, 2013
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