HETDEX - Illuminating the Darkness
Dark energy is a mysterious form of energy that comprises 70% of the universe and could explain the how our universe evolved. The Hobby-Eberly Telescope Dark Energy Experiment is the first major experiment to probe this form of energy.
The Center for Electromechanics has partnered with the University of Texas and the McDonald Observatory in this effort. CEM has used its engineering expertise to upgrade the tracker -- an 18 ton robot that positions the HET Prime Focal Instrument Package.
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Contact
Dr. Joseph Beno
j.beno@cem.utexas.edu
512-232-1619
Projects
Suspension
The UT-CEM EM suspension is a different approach to active suspension systems, referred to as a Near Constant Force Suspension, that allows simplified control strategies and enables smooth rides over rough terrain without the requirement to look-ahead.
HETDEX
The Center for Electromechanics has partnered with the University of Texas and the McDonald Observatory in this effort.
Vibration Control
Designed to isolate electronics racks from rocket launch vibrations.