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Adaptive optics

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Special mirrors help us see well.

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They fix blurry light. This helps big telescopes see stars. It also helps doctors see your eye. The mirrors change shape to help.
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Laser Towards Milky Ways Centre.jpg
Can you see the stars clearly now?

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Second adaptive thin shell mirror...
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Laser Towards Milky Ways Centre.jpg
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Adaptive optics system full.svg
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