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Reports on the completion of the development of the New Technology Telescope by the European Southern Observatory in Cerro La Silla, Chile. Utilization of active optics; Thickness of the mirror used; Capability of the telescope to see fainter stars.

Reports the installation of the astronomical telescope with active computer controlled optics in the European Southern Observatory at Cerro La Silla, Chile. Physical features of the telescope; Factors to consider in selecting the location to store the telescope; Description of the mechanical structure of the telescope.