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Application of INSAT satellite cloud-imagery data for site evaluation work of proposed GRACE observatory

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The weather-imageries from the INSAT group of satellites provide reliable and concurrent multistation cloud-cover data — an important input for a proper selection of an observatory site for optical, infra-red and γ-ray astronomy work. Using these data, it is shown that Gurushikar, Mt. Abu, promises to be an excellent site for setting up the proposed GRACE facility for high-sensitivity Gamma-Ray Astrophysics Cerenkov Experiments.

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    R. K. Kaul, C. L. Bhat, M. L. Sapru & M. K. Kaul

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Kaul, R.K., Bhat, C.L., Sapru, M.L. et al. Application of INSAT satellite cloud-imagery data for site evaluation work of proposed GRACE observatory. J. Astrophys. Astr. 15, 95–102 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03010407

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