Current Updates on LIGO and Gravitational Waves

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The discussion centers on the recent updates regarding LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory) and its advancements in detecting gravitational waves. The management has introduced test data to evaluate system performance, which has been successful over several science runs. Currently, LIGO is undergoing upgrades to the 'Advanced LIGO' configuration, expected to enhance sensitivity by a factor of ten. New data is anticipated to be available around 2014-2015 as the system reboots.

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I had a quick Google and there was nothing very interesting with a recent date. It seems that the management introduced some 'test' data. a while ago, to see of the system worked and it was detected. I'm sure someone here must be a bit 'in the know' about what's going on.?
 
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It ran for several science runs, and is currently being upgraded into the 'advanced ligo' configuration which will increase sensitivity by roughly a factor of ten. Expect to see a reboot and new data 2014~2015.
 
:cool:I live right near the LIGO in Washington state and went there to visit a little while back, as someone else has said they are currently updating their systems along with all the other observatories of gravitational waves in the world I believe.:cool:
 

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