Daily Image
04-12-2007
Progress on X-Shooter
| Submitter: | Rik ter Horst |
| Description: | In the picture above, the optical box of the X-Shooter Spectrograph is attached to the VLT-simulator prior to further integration and extensive testing in several orientations. These tests are planned for December. Below, Eddy Elswijk and Hiddo Hanenburg are checking cable connections, dressed in the sexy outfits that are required for this kind of ultra-clean work. Soon, the cryostat will cover the instrument and the first real cool-down will take place... |
| Copyright: | X-Shooter |
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