Greenhill Observatory, Research observatory in Spring Hill, Australia
Greenhill Observatory is a research facility located on Bisdee Tier near Hobart, equipped with modern telescopes and satellite tracking technology. The site houses a reflector telescope with a 1.27-meter diameter along with specialized antenna systems for observing space.
The University of Tasmania established this facility in 2013 to replace its previous observation center at another location. The move enabled the use of advanced technology and improved observing conditions at the new elevation.
The observatory honors Dr. John Greenhill through educational programs that connect students and researchers with astronomical studies and space exploration.
The facility is located roughly 50 kilometers north of Hobart at an elevation that provides stable observing conditions. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and mountainous terrain, as the site sits considerably above sea level.
An antenna installed in 2023 uses radar technology to detect and track satellites and space debris in the sky. This system provides critical data for monitoring objects in Earth orbit.
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