UT3-MELIPAL and VISIR

Every day, before the observations start, each telescope undergoes a complete start up during which each of its function is checked, like a plane before take off. Here, Melipal, the third Unit Telescope, has been moved to a very low altitude, revealing the cell holding its main mirror.

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ESO

À propos de l'image

Identification:melipal_ut3_startup_dec2004
Type:Photographique
Date de publication:3 décembre 2009 23:19
Taille:4856 x 4579 px

À propos de l'objet

Nom:Very Large Telescope, VISIR
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Instrument
Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Catégorie:Paranal

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