The LSU group will continue operation of their sensitive cryogenic bar gravity wave antenna, running in coincidence with other operational detectors worldwide. Data collected will be analyzed to set limits on the flux of gravitational waves bathing the Earth. In addition, improvements to transducers and amplifiers will be carried out to further increase the sensitivity of this detector. Some small-scale studies will explore alternatives for a more advanced cryogenic receiver.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Physics (PHY)
Application #
9013952
Program Officer
Richard Isaacson
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1990-08-01
Budget End
1994-01-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
$1,193,205
Indirect Cost
Name
Louisiana State University & Agricultural and Mechanical College
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Baton Rouge
State
LA
Country
United States
Zip Code
70803