Lowering the altitude axis
This image represents the most difficult step in moving the piece. This operation is to lower the altitude axis onto the hydrostatic bearing. The 60-ton piece must be fitted with an accuracy of fractions of a millimeter. Here it is shown in its final position.
Credit:ESO
About the Image
| Id: | eso9721c |
| Type: | Photographic |
| Release date: | 8 August 1997 |
| Related releases: | eso9721 |
| Size: | 756 x 504 px |
About the Object
| Name: | VLT Unit Telescopes |
| Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
| Category: | Paranal |
