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Jun 18, 2026
Overview of the Engineering Team's Activities
TopFig03 In order to conduct observations using the TAO 6.5m telescope, it is essential to have stable access to basic facilities such as electricity and cranes. The engineering team performs on-site tasks such as TAO equipment maintenance and parts replacement, working behind the scenes to support the observations. In this article,... more>>
Apr 20, 2026
The TAO telescope takes a major step toward completion! Main structural components arrive at the summit.
TopFig03 At the summit of Cerro Chajnantor, 5,640 m above sea level, where the TAO summit facility O is located, construction of the 6.5-mTAO telescope is currently underway. From March to April 2026, the main structural components of the telescope, including the center section and the elevation disks,... more>>