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Large Millimeter Telescope
Telescope Details
Location:
Sierra Negra, Mexico
Purpose:
TolTEC will study the universe on nearly all scales, from large-scale structure of matter in the early universe to individual cores of star formation.
NIST’s role:
Led development of the TolTEC camera, which offers high sensitivity and mapping speeds in three colors. The use of multiple colors helps distinguish real signals from interfering noise.
Significant discoveries:
TolTEC installation was delayed due to the pandemic, but pieces are now being sent to the site.
Other interesting facts:
TolTEC is projected to offer 100 times the mapping speed of its predecessor camera. The telescope is situated on a mountain peak at an elevation of 4,572 meters (15,000 feet), providing excellent observing conditions.
Supported by:
National Science Foundation
Developed by:
A collaboration of seven institutions in three countries: NIST, Arizona State University, Northwestern University, University of Michigan, Cardiff University, the Instituto Nacional de Astrofísica, and Óptica y Electrónica
Operated by:
Instituto Nacional de Astrofísica, Óptica y Electrónica and University of Massachusetts at Amherst
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