United Kingdom Infrared Telescope, Infrared telescope in Hawaii
The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT) is one of the world's largest telescopes dedicated to infrared astronomy.
Established in 1979, UKIRT has been instrumental in various astronomical discoveries.
It represents a significant achievement in British astrophysics and international collaboration.
Located on Mauna Kea, it enables observation above most of the water vapor in the Earth's atmosphere.
It once held the record for the largest infrared telescope in the world.
Location: Hawaii County
Diameter: 3.8 m
Source: Wikimedia