VLT main mirror deformation (four-fold symmetry)

This image illustrates the deformation of the primary mirror (relative to the normal shape; vertical scale greatly enhanced).

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso9940e
Type:Simulation
Release date:13 August 1999
Related releases:eso9940
Size:800 x 633 px

About the Object

Name:Very Large Telescope
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Instrument
Category:Paranal

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