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Chet Ruszczyk, Arthur Niell, Mike Titus, Mike Poirer - 27 July 2016
Dynamic Observing
We are undertaking a series of Dynamic Observing test observations with the AuScope array and any other antennas that wish to join. Observations are done is S/X mode, 16 x 16 MHz IFs with 2-bit sampling (1 Gbps). The main aims are to test real-time scheduling and observing techniques and make data comparisons between traditional observing modes and dynamic observing output. Data are being eTransferred to and correlated in Vienna. Schedules are updated on a 15-min cycle and telescopes maintain control over participation. For more information, see the Dynamic Observing page on the AuScope VLBI wiki.
Observing program for 2016:
| Experiment | Start (at 0 UT) | Duration (h) | Antennas | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ds239 | Aug 27 | 48 | HbKeYg | Successful uninterrupted 72h on all antennas |
| ds258 | Sep 14 | 24 | HbKeYg | Scheduler adapted well to antenna drop-outs |
| Oct 1 | 48 | HbKeYgHt | Hart15 to join | |
| Oct 15 | 48 | HbKeYg+ | ||
| Oct 26 | 24 | HbKeYg+ | ||
| Nov 12 | 48 | HbKeYg+ | ||
| Dec 3 | 48 | HbKeYg+ | ||
| Dec 16 | 72 | HbKeYg+ |
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