The new gamma-ray observatory: CTA

CTA is the next generation gamma-ray observatory and will have a factor 10 better sensitivity compared to existing facilities, as well as many other superior parameters. Aspects of array layout, performance and sites are presented. The broad range of forefront science which will be studied is descri...

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Main Author: Carr John
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2016-01-01
Series:EPJ Web of Conferences
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/201612104004
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