The Space Science Center at Morehead State University has developed a full motion 21-meter class antenna system which is engaged in a rigorous research program in radio astronomy and also serves as an Earth Station for satellite mission support as well as a test bed for advanced RF systems. The instrument is a unique educational tool that provides an active laboratory for students to have hands-on learning experiences with the intricacies of satellite telecommunications and radio astronomy. The 21-meter supports undergraduate research in astrophysics, satellite telecommunications, RF and electrical engineering, and software development. The 21-meter antenna system became operational in 2006 and currently engaged in radio astronomy research. The 21-meter antenna also serves as the primary Earth station for the KySat series of satellites. Radio astronomy research projects include:

• long-term monitoring campaigns (AGNs)
• sky surveys (Dynamic Mapping of HI in the Milky Way)
• transient phenomena (radio afterglow of GRBs)

For More Information and Specifications Please View:

"21M Science"

"The 21M Antenna Overview" (PDF)

"A University-Based Ground Station: The 21 m Antenna at
Morehead State University" (PDF)