Fine Art Print : Inside the dome of the WIYN telescope
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Inside the dome of the WIYN telescope
WIYN telescope. Time exposure image of the dome interior of the WIYN (Wisconsin, Indiana, Yale, NOAO) telescope at the Kitt Peak observatory, USA. The WIYN has a 3.5-metre flexible primary mirror which has 66 actuators that adjust its shape to compensate for distortions. The openings in the side of the dome allow the mirrors to be cooled to ambient air temperatures. The weight of the telescopes moving parts, including its alt- azimuth mount, is only 46 tonnes. The telescope is one of the most powerful in its class and has been used to study galaxies, star formation and the rings around the planet Saturn. It was completed in 1994
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the wonders of the universe with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image transports you to the heart of scientific discovery, as you step inside the dome of the WIYN telescope at Kitt Peak Observatory. The intricate mechanics and engineering of this telescope come to life in this time exposure photograph from Science Photo Library. Each print is meticulously crafted with the highest quality materials, bringing the beauty and wonder of the cosmos right into your home or office. Let this stunning piece of astronomy art ignite your imagination and inspire a deeper connection with the world around us.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54cm (16.5" x 21.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the mesmerizing interior of the WIYN telescope dome at Kitt Peak observatory in the USA. The WIYN, an acronym for Wisconsin, Indiana, Yale, NOAO, boasts a remarkable 3.5-meter flexible primary mirror equipped with 66 actuators that meticulously adjust its shape to counteract distortions. The strategic openings on the side of the dome serve a crucial purpose by allowing efficient cooling of the mirrors to match ambient air temperatures. Impressively lightweight at just 46 tonnes, including its alt-azimuth mount and other moving components, this telescope is truly a marvel of engineering. Standing tall as one of the most potent instruments in its class, it has been instrumental in unraveling mysteries surrounding galaxies, star formation processes, and even delving into Saturn's enigmatic rings. Having reached completion in 1994 under meticulous craftsmanship and scientific expertise from various institutions mentioned earlier (Wisconsin University-Madison; Indiana University-Bloomington; Yale University-New Haven; National Optical Astronomy Observatory), this monumental feat represents humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our vast universe. The awe-inspiring image captured within this print serves as a testament to mankind's insatiable curiosity about celestial phenomena and highlights how cutting-edge technology like that found within WIYN continues to push boundaries in astrophysics research.
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