Join us here for a few highlights of TMT and how it's the best in the world at what it does.
... TMT's dome is incredibly compact and efficient!
Even though TMT’s mirror is more than 13 times larger in surface area than Gemini’s, its dome is only slightly bigger—about 20% in height. In fact, it’s the smallest dome among the three Extremely Large Telescopes. This graphic compares the heights of these domes with that of Gemini, a well-known 8 meter telescope. TMT’s dome has a smooth, curved design that helps reduce wind shake, which can blur images. By keeping the telescope steady, TMT can capture sharper, clearer views of the universe. Plus, its shape and color were chosen to help it blend in better with the surrounding environment.
