ESO’s Extremely Large Telescope: M5 Mirror Stabilization Units and the Role of CTEC’s Piezo Actuators

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The European Southern Observatory (ESO) continues to make significant strides with the development of its Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), a groundbreaking project that promises to revolutionize astronomical observation. Recently, ESO released an animation showcasing the tip-tilt motion of the M5 mirror, a key element in the ELT’s design. The M5 mirror plays a crucial role … Read more