First detection of gravitational waves

We present a brief description on the first detection of gravitational waves. We take the opportunity to comment on fundamental aspects of general relativity, including some historical remarks. The basic operation of the gravitational wave detectors is presented, along with the main characteristics...

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Main Author: Osvaldo Moreschi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Asociación de Profesores de Física de Argentina 2016-06-01
Series:Revista de Enseñanza de la Física
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Online Access:https://revistas.unc.edu.ar/index.php/revistaEF/article/view/14688