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Advanced X-ray Optic Fabrication Facility

X-ray mirrors X-ray mirror mandrel preparation to nickel plating
Xray mirror
Replicated x-ray mirror separation
Constellation_x mirroe shell measurement
  • 15,000 square feet
  • crane height - 50 feet
  • controlled environment
  • fabrication equipment
    • 1 station for optic exterior surface (OD)
    • 2 stations for optic interior surface (ID)
    • 1 station to endcut optic
  • optic metrology stations
    • 2 stations for circularity and diameter (interior)
    • 1 station mechanically measure ID axial figure
    • 1 station optically measure ID axial figure
    • 1 station to measure ID surface roughness

Point of Contact: Dr. James M. Carter (256)544-3469