NASA NTRS · 19870055440
Replication of grazing incidence optics
Abstract
The replication of grazing incidence optics is reviewed. Electroform and epoxy replication are described and compared. It is concluded that for light weight and deep nesting, replication has a distinct advantage over direct production. The resolution of optics produced in this manner is however, limited to about 10 arc seconds; a typical value is 40 arc seconds. Epoxy replicated pieces tend to have better optical figures than electroformed optics, but the latter can be made thinner to make more deeply nested systems.
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Ulmer, Melville P.. 1986-01-01. Replication of grazing incidence optics. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19870055440
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