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Dome of the WIYN telescope at Kitt Peak
WIYN telescope. Panoramic view of the dome interior of the WIYN (Wisconsin, Indiana, Yale, NOAO) telescope, with the Kitt Peak observatory, USA, in the background. The WIYNs 3.5-metre prim- ary mirror focuses light onto a 1.2 metre second- ary mirror which in turn reflects the light down onto a tertiary mirror which reflects the light sideways to instruments. The flexible primary mirror has 66 actuators which 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 tele- scopes moving parts, including its alt-azimuth mount, is only 46 tons. It was completed in 1994
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 20cm (15.6" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the magnificent Dome of the WIYN telescope at Kitt Peak, USA. With the breathtaking Kitt Peak observatory in the background, this panoramic view offers a glimpse into the interior of the WIYN (Wisconsin, Indiana, Yale, NOAO) telescope. The WIYN telescope boasts a remarkable 3.5-meter primary mirror that efficiently focuses light onto a secondary mirror measuring 1.2 meters in diameter. This secondary mirror then reflects the light downwards onto a tertiary mirror which redirects it sideways towards various instruments for analysis and observation. What sets this telescope apart is its flexible primary mirror equipped with an impressive 66 actuators. These actuators work harmoniously to adjust and compensate for any distortions encountered during observations, ensuring unparalleled image quality. To maintain optimal performance, openings on the side of the dome allow for cooling of these intricate mirrors to match ambient air temperatures. Surprisingly lightweight considering its complexity, including its alt-azimuth mount, this awe-inspiring piece of astronomical engineering weighs only 46 tons. Completed in 1994 as a collaborative effort between Wisconsin University, Indiana University, Yale University and NOAO (National Optical Astronomy Observatory), this technological marvel continues to push boundaries in astrophysics research at Kitt Peak National Observatory. (Photo credit: Science Photo Library)
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