VLT main mirror deformation (astigmatism)

This image shows the corresponding, saddle-shaped deformation of the primary mirror (relative to its normal shape; vertical scale greatly enhanced).

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Id:eso9940c
Type:Kunstværk
Udgivelsesdato:13. august 1999
Relaterede pressemeddelelser:eso9940
Størrelse:767 x 596 px

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Navn:Very Large Telescope
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Kategori:Paranal

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