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  • Face on view of Rubin's reflective donut-shaped secondary mirror, surrounding by a black light blocking baffle
    Rubin's secondary mirror uncovered for the first time after installation
  • Face on view of Rubin's reflective donut-shaped secondary mirror, surrounding by a black light blocking baffle. Seven Rubin staff members pose beneath wearing safety gear.
    Rubin's secondary mirror uncovered for the first time after installation
  • Seven members of the Rubin Observatory team pose for a group photo beneath the newly revealed reflective secondary mirror. The secondary mirror itself is surrounded by a black light blocking baffle ring. Beyond the light baffle, the far wall of the observatory dome interior is visible as a white wall with many criss crossing teal beams.
    Rubin's secondary mirror uncovered for the first time after installation
  • Rubin Observatory's secondary mirror is installed onto the telescope
  • Rubin Observatory's secondary mirror is installed onto the telescope
  • The secondary mirror of Rubin Observatory is lowered into final position on the telescope, as viewed from the other end of the telescope through the light-dispersing baffle for the primary mirror. The baffle forms a black circular border around the image. The secondary mirror supports form an X in the background with a teal ring in the center where the mirror will go. The mirror with its metal cover is just above the teal ring. Walkway platforms bisect the view from the left and right.
    Rubin Observatory's secondary mirror is installed onto the telescope
  • Rubin Observatory's secondary mirror is installed onto the telescope
  • Rubin Observatory's secondary mirror is installed onto the telescope
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