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).

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Data publikacji:21 maja 1998
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