Lowering the altitude axis
This image represents the most difficult step in moving the piece. This operation is to lower the altitude axis onto the hydrostatic bearing. The 60-ton piece must be fitted with an accuracy of fractions of a millimeter. Here it is shown in its final position.
Credit:ESO
Over de afbeelding
Id: | eso9721c |
Type: | Fotografisch |
Publicatiedatum: | 8 augustus 1997 |
Gerelateerde berichten: | eso9721 |
Grootte: | 756 x 504 px |
Over het object
Naam: | VLT Unit Telescopes |
Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
Categorie: | Paranal |