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May 1965
Arecibo Radar-Radio Telescope-Design and Construction
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VIEW THE REPLYPublication: Journal of the Construction Division
Volume 91, Issue 1
Abstract
The design and construction of the radar-radio telescope at the Arecibo Ionospheric Observatory is described. The fixed-dish spherical reflector has an 870-ft radius and a 1,000-ft diameter. The movable feed, capable of scanning the sky to 20? from the zenith, is independently suspended from three reinforced concrete towers using steel cables. Rigid specifications and a low budget required the application of many advanced structural, mechanical, and electronic concepts. The site selection, construction of the towers using slip frames, and erection and suspension of the movable feed are described in detail.
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Journal of the Construction Division
Volume 91 • Issue 1 • May 1965
Pages: 69 - 98
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© 1965 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: May 1965
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Thomas C. Kavanagh, F.ASCE
Partner, Praeger-Kavanagh-Waterbury, Engrs.-Archts., New York, N. Y., also, Chf. Engr., Joint Venture of Von Seb, Inc. Clarks Summit, Pa., DECO electronics, Washington, D. C., Severud-Elstad-Krueger Assocs., New York, N.Y., and Praeger-Kavanagh-Waterburg, New York, N. Y.
David H. H. Tung, M.ASCE
Proj. Engr., Praeger-Kavanagh-Waterbury, Engrs.-Archts., New York, N. Y.
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