Users who wish to simulate the uv coverage of the MeerKAT interferometer for given source coordinates and observation duration can use the MeerKAT uv coverage simulator.

Detailed observation simulations can be done following the instructions given here.

Caveats

• A continuous track is simulated

• Currently it is not possible to stipulate a time-range for the simulation

• The track is symmetrical about zenith transit

Examples

Targets towards northern declinations are above the telescope’s minimum elevation of 15° for shorter durations. The calculator will tell you how long the target will be above the set horizon limit. This can be set to higher elevation ranges but please note that observations will be scheduled at elevation/LST ranges that maximise telescope scheduling efficiency.