VLT main mirror deformation (six-fold symmetry)

The image illustrates the corresponding deformation of the primary mirror (relative to the normal shape; vertical scale greatly enhanced).

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso9940d
Type:Artwork
Release date:13 August 1999
Related releases:eso9940
Size:765 x 611 px

About the Object

Name:Very Large Telescope
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Category:Paranal

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