Wrapped Beryllium mirror
The Beryllium M2 Mirror, still with its protective cover, ready to be lifted into position. The pattern on the rear side is a result of the light-weighting of the mirror during which much material is removed. (This digital photo was obtained on January 20, 2000).
Credit:ESO
About the Image
Id: | eso0003g |
Type: | Photographic |
Release date: | 21 January 2000 |
Related releases: | eso0003 |
Size: | 1280 x 960 px |
About the Object
Name: | Mirror, Very Large Telescope |
Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
Category: | Paranal |