View of actuators supporting the mirror (IMAGE)
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An array of actuators (black cylindrical devices) connects the support structure with the telescope mirror resting on top of it. Using a sophisticated choreography of computer-controlled movements, the actuators work in concert to maintain the mirror’s precise shape while it is moved and tilted by the telescope and buffeted by wind gusts.
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