July 26th

Today was Alyssa's last day for the summer, so we will be missing her! We got someone from Facilities to help us remove the stubborn rusted bolts which we were unable to remove, and re-tap some of the bolt holes where we removed rusted bolts.  I also ordered inserts for some of the bolts which will be used for adjustment, which will allow for easy use.  I also got a quote from a supplier for brackets to attach the aluminum panels to the body of the telescope.  Joe will be going down with some other students tomorrow to get the remaining parts from Johns Hopkins.