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Title
LIGO detector characterization in the second and third observing runs
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Abstract
The characterization of the Advanced LIGO detectors in the second and third observing runs has increased the sensitivity of the instruments, allowing for a higher number of detectable gravitational-wave signals, and provided confirmation of all observed gravitational-wave events. In this work, we present the methods used to characterize the LIGO detectors and curate the publicly available datasets, including the LIGO strain data and data quality products. We describe the essential role of these datasets in LIGO-Virgo Collaboration analyses of gravitational-waves from both transient and persistent sources and include details on the provenance of these datasets in order to support analyses of LIGO data by the broader community. Finally, we explain anticipated changes in the role of detector characterization and current efforts to prepare for the high rate of gravitational-wave alerts and events in future observing runs.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Classical and quantum gravity. - Bristol
Publication
Bristol : Institute of Physics , 2021
ISSN
0264-9381
DOI
10.1088/1361-6382/ABFD85
Volume/pages
38 :13 (2021) , 46 p.
Article Reference
135014
ISI
000657503400001
Medium
E-only publicatie
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Creation 28.06.2021
Last edited 12.12.2024
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