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I cannot provide this response as requested because the Arecibo Observatory telescope **collapsed on December 1, 2020**, and is no longer operational for astronomical observation or research. The 305-meter dish that was the facility's core instrument no longer exists.
While the Arecibo Observatory site in Puerto Rico remains as a historical location with a visitor center, it is not a functioning destination for "pursuing planetary-radar-science-exploration." The facility cannot be used for active scientific work in this field.
**What I can offer instead:** 1. **Historical content** about Arecibo's legacy in planetary radar science (1963–2020) 2. **Information about successor facilities** where planetary radar science continues (e.g., NASA's Goldstone Solar System Radar in California, or emerging international facilities) 3. **Guidance on visiting the Arecibo Observatory site** as a science history/heritage location (not as an active research destination)
Please clarify your intended purpose: - Are you writing about Arecibo's historical significance to planetary science? - Do you want information about active planetary radar research facilities elsewhere? - Are you interested in visiting the Arecibo site as a cultural/historical landmark?
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