BBSO New Solar Telescope Information

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The Big Bear Solar Observatory (BBSO) located in Big Bear Lake, California is operated by the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). Our main interest is the physics of the Sun and we observe solar phenomena with our dedicated telescopes and instruments. In addition to our own instruments we host an important helioseismology experiment: a GONG telescope from the Global Oscillation Network Group. The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research at NJIT also studies the Sun in radio wavelengths at the Owens Valley Radio Observatory.

Big Bear Solar Observatory is now in the process of constructing our new 1.6 meter solar telescope. Our old telescope assembly has been removed. A new pier has been installed inside the observatory building. A new floor level for access to the new telescope has been built around the pier.

In May 2008 the primary mirror for NST will arrive. In June 2008, the structural parts of the new telescope and mount will arrive at the observatory and assembly will begin. Once the structure is put together the optics will be installed and testing can begin. We expect first light in the summer.

Our live H-alpha images are back!



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