Our facilities
Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA) maintains a number of well-equipped labs, workshops and test facilities that enable and support its engineering research program. A suite of specialised facilities and equipment enable CIRA to assemble and test complex RF-systems and electronics; and mechanical workshops and fabrication equipment support prototyping and low-rate production of field enclosures.
Radio-frequency laboratory
The CIRA Radio-Frequency laboratory has been an integral part of SKA precursor and prototyping verification since the beginning of CIRA.
Probe station and GTEM cell
CIRA operates a flexible and efficient HPRF/HPM test facility to demonstrate testing methodologies for Directed Energy effectiveness and protection.
Student computer lab
The CIRA student computer lab (the “fishbowl”), has 10 dedicated desktop computers used throughout the year for undergraduate, honours, masters, and summer intern students.
Brodie-Hall Seminar and Boardroom
The Brodie-Hall Seminar and Boardroom (B610.112/113) provides a bright and open space to host lectures, seminars and Curtin events.