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first large VLT mirror successfully coated
The cleaning process in progress. This very hard work was done by hand and lasted 6 hours. Later, an automatic cleaning device will take over this cumbersome work, and also ensure a greater degree of uniformity. (Photo obtained on May 19, 1998).
Credit:ESO
Over de afbeelding
| Id: | eso9819e |
| Type: | Fotografisch |
| Publicatiedatum: | 21 mei 1998 |
| Gerelateerde berichten: | eso9819 |
| Grootte: | 1024 x 768 px |
Over het object
| Naam: | Mirror, Very Large Telescope |
| Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
| Categorie: | Paranal |
