In 1961, the 300-foot telescope was under construction in Green Bank, West Virginia.
The footings, base, and secondary supports of the telescope are seen here.
Wireframed 300-foot
By December of 1961, the steel structure of the 300-foot telescope and its dish were in place in Green Bank, West Virginia.
Enormous Spider Web
The 300-foot telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia dips for the cameras after its steel structure is complete. The 300-foot was a transit telescope, meaning that it could only lift and tip, not spin around on its base.
300-foot’s Balancing Act
The 300-foot telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia was a transit telescope, meaning that it could only lift and dip, not spin around on its base. In this photo, the 300-foot impressively poses at an angle, showing off how well balanced it was on its semi-circle gear. Its first control building is under construction beneath it.
How Low Can You Go?
The 300-foot telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia dips for the cameras after its steel structure is complete. The 300-foot was a transit telescope, meaning that it could only lift and tip, not spin around on its base.
Giant Telescope in the Backyard
The 300-foot telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia dwarfs the farmhouse behind it.