First large VLT mirror successfully coated
At the beginning of the operation, the 8.2-m Zerodur mirror still rests on the supports in its cell, under the Handling Device. The uncoated surface reflects about 5% of the infalling light and has a matte appearance. (Photo obtained on May 19, 1998)
Credit:ESO
About the Image
| Id: | eso9819a |
| 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 |
