Low Mass Mirrors In Large Optics

W W Ernst

doi:10.1117/12.938452

31 October 1986 Low Mass Mirrors In Large Optics

W W Ernst

Proceedings Volume 0655, Optical System Design, Analysis, Production for Advanced Technology Systems; (1986) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.938452
Event: 1986 International Symposium/Innsbruck, 1986, Innsbruck, Austria

Abstract

For use in large mirrors in outer space, where low mass is a critical need, carbon fiber developments are under our investigation sins six years. Our candidate for a successor to the Hubble Space Telscope will be here presented. The telescope mirror is a 10-meter diameter monolithic primary. In our option we use a Nasmyth Focus, because of mirror stability. The telescope is located in geosynchronous orbit to live out enviromental constraints and pusch observing efficiency.

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W W Ernst "Low Mass Mirrors In Large Optics", Proc. SPIE 0655, Optical System Design, Analysis, Production for Advanced Technology Systems, (31 October 1986); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.938452

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