Taeduk Radio Astronomy Observatory

The Taeduk Radio Astronomy Observatory, or TRAO is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute. It is located in the science town of Taeduk, part of Daejeon, South Korea.

Taeduk Radio Astronomy Observatory
Alternative namesTRAO
OrganizationKorea Astronomy and Space Science Institute 
LocationDaejeon, South Korea
Coordinates36°23′51″N 127°22′31″E
Altitude109 m (358 ft)
EstablishedOctober 1986 
Websiteradio.kasi.re.kr
TelescopesTaeduk 14m radio telescope 
Location of Taeduk Radio Astronomy Observatory

History

Founded in 1986, it is with a run through a cooperative agreement with the Ministry of Science and Technology of South Korea.

Equipment

  • 14 meter radio telescope
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