Moving the MELIPAL M2 mirror

After removal of the M2 dummy mirror, the newly coated Beryllium mirror was cautiously mounted on its support. This delicate operation went smoothly, without any problems. (This digital photo was obtained on January 20, 2000).

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso0003h
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

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