Geometry of transient gravitational waves and estimation of efficiencies of different detector configurations

Author(s)

Moreschi, Osvaldo M.

Abstract

This work introduces a geometrical method for analyzing transient gravitational waves recorded at interferometric observatories. This approach is intended to aid in assessing the performance and sensitivity of next-generation detector configurations, such as Cosmic Explorer, Einstein Telescope, and the South American Gravitational-wave Observatory.

Figures

Sketch of two L shape GW detectors with middle line at relative $\frac{\pi}{4}$ angle.
Caption Sketch of two L shape GW detectors with middle line at relative $\frac{\pi}{4}$ angle.
Sketch of three GW detectors in an equilateral triangular shape array.
Caption Sketch of three GW detectors in an equilateral triangular shape array.
Sketch of three GW detectors in a tristar configuration array.
Caption Sketch of three GW detectors in a tristar configuration array.
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