Speaker
Dr
Larry Price
(Caltech)
Description
The Advanced LIGO and Virgo gravitational wave interferometers are expected
to begin science operations in the second half of this decade. Based on the predicated
rates for compact binary mergers and the strain sensitivity, the Advanced LIGO / Virgo
network is expected to make the first direct observations of gravitational waves. In
addition, some sources of gravitational radiation are expected to produce signatures in
the electromagnetic spectrum as well, including optical, x-ray and radio wavelengths.
Simultaneous measurements of gravitational and electromagnetic radiation could provide
a powerful new probe for astronomy. In this presentation, I'll describe the projected
schedule, sensitivity and sky localization accuracy of the Advanced detector network.
Primary author
Dr
Larry Price
(Caltech)
