UT3-MELIPAL and VISIR

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, Melipal, the third Unit Telescope, has been moved to a very low altitude, revealing the cell holding its main mirror.

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Über das Bild

ID:melipal_ut3_startup_dec2004
Typ:Fotografisch
Veröffentlichungsdatum:3. Dezember 2009 23:19
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Über das Objekt

Name:Very Large Telescope, VISIR
Typ:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Instrument
Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Kategorie:Paranal

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