KUEYEN startup

Every day, before the observations start, each telescope undergoes a complete start up during which each of its function is checked, like a plane before take off. Here, Kueyen, the second Unit Telescope, has been moved to a very low altitude, revealing the cell holding its main mirror, and the FORS1 instrument.

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Id:kueyen_startup_dec2004
Tipo:Fotográfico
Data de divulgação:3 de Dezembro de 2009 às 23:19
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Nome:Very Large Telescope
Tipo:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Categoria:Paranal

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