Multiple Mirror Telescope
Mount Hopkins, AZ
The Multiple Mirror Telescope (MMT) was the world's third largest telescope when completed in 1979. SGH was the prime design consultant for the telescope optics support structure and the building that houses the telescope. With the advent of economical large spun-cast mirrors, the six-mirror MMT telescope was converted to a single aperture 6.5 meter diameter mirror. To carry out the conversion, SGH developed concepts, final designs, drawings and specifications for the new Optics Support Structure.
Service Provided:
Design
Supporting Capabilities:
Engineering Mechanics
