first large VLT mirror successfully coated

The cleaning process in progress. This very hard work was done by hand and lasted 6 hours. Later, an automatic cleaning device will take over this cumbersome work, and also ensure a greater degree of uniformity. (Photo obtained on May 19, 1998).

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Id:eso9819e
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Data de divulgação:21 de Maio de 1998
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Nome:Mirror, Very Large Telescope
Tipo:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Categoria:Paranal

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