United Kingdom Infrared Telescope
= United Kingdom Infrared Telescope
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The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT) is an astronomical observatory located near the summit of Mauna Kea in Hawaii. It is primarily focused on infrared astronomy and is one of the largest telescopes dedicated to this field. UKIRT was established in 1979 and has a 3.8-meter (about 12.