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ISAAC
ISAAC, the Infrared Spectrometer And Array Camera, is mounted on Antu, the first VLT Unit Telescope. This instrument analysis the infrared light with wavelength from 1 to 5 microns. It can both take images and disperse the light in spectra. The instrument's optics and detector are kept at very low temperature in a vacuum vessel.
Credit:ESO
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Id: | isaac_startup_1_dec2004 |
Type: | Fotografisch |
Publicatiedatum: | 3 december 2009 23:20 |
Grootte: | 3408 x 2307 px |