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First large VLT mirror successfully coated
After the coating process, the tank is open and the mirror surface is inspected. Everything is in order — the deposited layer of aluminium looks fine. This is later confirmed by objective measurements of the thickness, uniformity and reflectivity. (Photo obtained on May 20, 1998).
Crédit:ESO
À propos de l'image
| Identification: | eso9819f |
| Type: | Photographique |
| Date de publication: | 21 mai 1998 |
| Communiqués de presse en rapport: | eso9819 |
| Taille: | 1024 x 768 px |
À propos de l'objet
| Nom: | Mirror, Very Large Telescope |
| Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
| Catégorie: | Paranal |
