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Consensus Study Report
Evaluation of alternative telecommunication technologies for the Karoo central astronomy advantage area
Year of Publication : 2021
Language : en
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Abstract (English) : The National Research Foundation (NRF) requested the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), on behalf of South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) and the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), to undertake an independent and objective evaluation of potential alternative telecommunication technologies for the areas of the Karoo Central Astronomy Advantage Areas (KCAAA). The study encompasses regulatory, public sphere, and technical dimensions to explore options for maintaining the functionality of the telescope while, at the same time, delivering appropriate connectivity solutions for local communities.
Abstract (English) : The objectives of this study are as follows:
Abstract (English) : 1) Assess the technologies currently being, or planning to be, deployed through existing alternative communications programs managed by SARAO, including whether these technologies are comparable with market available technologies that could feasibly be deployed in the KCAAA; and
Abstract (English) : 2) Assessment of current and future telecommunication technologies that may act as suitable replacement and/or improvement (functional and feasible) for existing detrimental technologies, utilised in the KCAAA.
Abstract (English) : This report provides a critical background into the relationship between the SKA and local communities as it relates to ICTs in the area. Based on this understanding, potential technology solutions are proposed to ensure residents of the KCAAA are still afforded valuable access to information and communication technologies (ICTs) within the parameters of affordability, desirability and feasibility.
Contributor ORCIDs : Petruccione, Francesco 
; Gastrow, Michael ; Hadzic, Senka ; Limpitlaw, Justine ; Paul, Babu Sena ; Wolhuter, Riaan
; Gastrow, Michael ; Hadzic, Senka ; Limpitlaw, Justine ; Paul, Babu Sena ; Wolhuter, Riaan Publisher : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf)
Citation : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf). (2021). Evaluation of alternative telecommunication technologies for the Karoo central astronomy advantage area. https://doi.org/10.17159/assaf.2021/0073
Sponsorship : National Research Foundation (NRF)
DOI : 10.17159/assaf.2021/0073
ISBN : 9781928496380
Peer Review Status : Peer-Reviewed
ASSAf Strategic Outcomes : Independent, authoritative and influential Scientific Advice | Mobilising knowledge
ASSAf Priority Areas : Digital Transformation
ASSAf Purpose : Science for Policy
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