
Detail | : | The Subaru Telescope, located near the summit of Maunakea, benefits from clear skies that enable optimal astronomical observations. Its cylindrical dome is designed to promote effective ventilation and heat removal, allowing warm air to escape efficiently. This reduces air turbulence around the telescope, resulting in sharper images of stars and galaxies. The dome’s shape was developed through extensive experiments, including water flow tests and numerical simulations, to determine the most effective design. (Credit:Sebastian Egner/NAOJ) |
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