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First large VLT mirror successfully coated

The mirror is lowered onto the whiffle-tree supports in the lower tank. (Photo obtained on May 19, 1998).

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About the Image

Id:eso9819d
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

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