YEPUN M2 mirror installation
Installation of the M2 Mirror in its cell, at the top of the mechanical structure of YEPUN . During this operation, the telescope is moved to the horizontal position. This scene is reflected in the primary 8.2-m Zerodur mirror - it can be seen that the M2 mirror cover is still on. (This digital photo was obtained on August 27, 2000).
Credit:ESO
About the Image
Id: | eso0027b |
Type: | Photographic |
Release date: | 28 August 2000 |
Related releases: | eso0027 |
Size: | 1280 x 960 px |
About the Object
Name: | Mirror, Very Large Telescope |
Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
Category: | Paranal |