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The Submillimeter Array

Image Credit: ASIAA

The Submillimeter Array, built at the top of Mauna Kea (el~4000 m), Hawaii

As a partner of the SMA project, ASIAA contributes towards the maintenance and operation of the array on Mauna Kea. ASIAA has a small local staff residing in Hilo, Hawaii. In addition, the scientific and engineering staff visits the site regularly, and conducts remote operation from Taipei.