Our SKA telescope operations showcase world-class remote control capabilities with 12 operators in Cape Town managing the facility 24/7 through sophisticated shift systems. The telescope operates continuously, collecting data around the clock using multiple frequency bands. Petabytes of astronomical data are shipped daily from the site to Cape Town via fibre links, while our maintenance teams service three antennas weekly to ensure optimal performance. This advanced operational model demonstrate

The Square Kilometer Array (SKA), the largest combined radio telescope in the world, is set to revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos. With international collaboration led by China's research institute, it's a project powered by human curiosity to answer fundamental questions about our place in the universe. #science #astronomy #ska #darkmatter #physics #space #fyp #uap | CGTNEurope