New technologies for optical systems utilizing aluminum beryllium

Thomas Parsonage

doi:10.1117/12.787467

23 July 2008 New technologies for optical systems utilizing aluminum beryllium

Thomas Parsonage

Proceedings Volume 7018, Advanced Optical and Mechanical Technologies in Telescopes and Instrumentation; 70180M (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.787467
Event: SPIE Astronomical Telescopes + Instrumentation, 2008, Marseille, France

Abstract

The paper will describe the new technologies utilizing aluminum beryllium (AlBeMet®) for optical systems. Focusing on advances in gimbal / structures through the use of electron beam welding. The paper will also discuss the characterization of material as an optical substrate, at room temperature and at cryogenic temperatures.

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Thomas Parsonage "New technologies for optical systems utilizing aluminum beryllium", Proc. SPIE 7018, Advanced Optical and Mechanical Technologies in Telescopes and Instrumentation, 70180M (23 July 2008); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.787467

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