Nançay Radio Observatory, Radio astronomy observatory in Nançay, France
The Nançay Radio Observatory includes a decimetric radio telescope with a spherical mirror and planar mirror system for observing hydrogen gas in space.
The observatory emerged from post-World War II radio technology advancements, with construction of the main telescope completed in 1965 on a 150-hectare woodland plot.
The Pôle des Étoiles visitor center at the observatory presents astronomical exhibitions and operates a planetarium for educational programs and public outreach.
The facility maintains multiple radio telescopes, including LOFAR and NenuFAR networks, enabling researchers to study phenomena from solar activity to galaxy formation.
The radio heliograph at Nançay consists of 47 antennas arranged in a T-shape, capturing 200 radio images of the Sun per second.
Location: Centre-Val de Loire
Location: Nançay
Inception: 1995
Website: http://obs-nancay.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.38042,2.19503
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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