Lockheed Martin Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:modified_Boeing_747_SP
gptkbp:analysis collaborative efforts
gptkbp:collaborations gptkb:German_Aerospace_Center
gptkbp:collection airborne observations
gptkbp:community gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:community_engagement community events
educational initiatives
outreach programs
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
gptkbp:elevation approximately 45,000 feet
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:2012
gptkbp:future_plans collaborative projects
increased international collaboration
upgrades to instruments
extended missions
enhanced data sharing
gptkbp:has_ability infrared astronomy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lockheed Martin Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy
gptkbp:impact enhanced understanding of the universe
advancements in space technology
new discoveries in astrophysics
influence on future missions
improved astronomical models
gptkbp:instrument gptkb:Herschel_Space_Observatory
gptkb:SOFIA_telescope
gptkbp:launched gptkb:2012
gptkbp:location gptkb:physicist
gptkbp:mission gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:notable_achievement discovery of new astronomical phenomena
advancements in infrared technology
contributions to understanding of dark matter
insights into cosmic microwave background
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:operational_status gptkb:2012
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:NASA's_airborne_observatory_program
gptkbp:partnerships universities
research institutions
international space agencies
gptkbp:publishes data reports
numerous peer-reviewed articles
technical papers
conference presentations
collaborative research papers
gptkbp:receives_funding_from NASA and international partners
gptkbp:research_focus gptkb:interstellar_medium
exoplanets
star formation
galaxy evolution
gptkbp:scientific_goals study of celestial phenomena
gptkbp:status active
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:NASA's_SOFIA_mission
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6