Experiments with Advanced Isolation Systems, Suspension and Test Masses Using ACIGA's High Optical Power Test Facility [ 2002-02-01 - 2007-01-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: David Blair (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr David Reitze (Partner Investigator) ,  Dr Li Ju (Queen Elizabeth II Fellowship ) ,  Prof Kazuaki Kuroda (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Experiments with Advanced Isolation Systems, Suspension and Test Masses Using ACIGA's High Optical Power Test Facility. This proposal will allow experimental verification of the performcane of of sapphire test masses and their associated isolation and suspension system in ACIGA's high optical power test facility at Gingin. The work will contribute to the worldwide effort to increase the sensitivity of laser interferometers to the level where known sources of gravitational waves can be detected at a reasonable rate.

Funding Amount $1,239,411

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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