Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO)

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Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO)

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Type of observatory:
Gravitational

Description:
The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) is a facility dedicated to the detection of cosmic gravitational waves and the harnessing of these waves for scientific research. It consists of two widely separated installations within the United States (Hanford WA, and Livingston, LA), operated in unison as a single observatory.

Location: USA
Latitude: +46.453088
Longitude: -119.404594

Watch the recorded movie of the event here.

Go to LIGO website [external link]

Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory