First large VLT mirror successfully coated
While the mirror is suspended by the (yellow) Handling Device, the lower part of the coating tank is moved into position under it. (Photo obtained on May 19, 1998).
Credit:ESO
About the Image
| Id: | eso9819c |
| Type: | Photographic |
| Release date: | 21 May 1998 |
| Related releases: | eso9819 |
| Size: | 1024 x 768 px |
About the Object
| Name: | Mirror, Very Large Telescope |
| Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
| Category: | Paranal |
