Installation of the M1 cell and mirror

VLT assembly work at the ESO Paranal Observatory. The cell is now hanging freely above the floor. Two of the engineers inspect the successful result of the complex operation. (Photo obtained on March 9, 1998).

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Id:eso9810o
Type:Photographic
Release date:10 March 1998
Related releases:eso9810
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Name:Mirror, Very Large Telescope
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Category:Paranal

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