Bertin ALPAO’s adaptive optics solutions are widely used in leading astronomical observatories and research institutions around the world. Our deformable mirrors (DMs) contribute to the performance of some of the most advanced telescopes and instruments, supporting high-resolution imaging, precise wavefront correction, and enhanced observation of deep space phenomena.
Our technologies are integrated, or soon to be deployed, in renowned facilities such as:
- The four Very Large Telescope (VLT) of the Cerro Paranal Observatory in Chile and the upcoming Extremely Large Telescope (ELT)
- Prestigious observatories in Asia, Oceania and Americas, including the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO), The Thai National Observatory or the SLR Telescope
- Cutting-edge systems in Hawaii, featuring the Keck Observatory, Subaru Telescope and Gemini north
- European research initiatives, including the Einstein Telescope, Asiago Observatory, and the Observatoire de Paris.
With a wide range of deformable mirrors, from 97 to 2,844 actuators, our solutions are tailored to meet the demanding needs of astronomy, from laboratory benches to large-scale instruments.
Bertin Alpao’s contribution helps astronomers push the limits of ground-based observation by correcting atmospheric distortion and enabling sharper, more accurate data collection.
These collaborations reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting the astronomical community in its mission to explore and understand the universe.