Computer Science – Performance
Scientific paper
Jul 2008
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2008spie.7018e...7k&link_type=abstract
Advanced Optical and Mechanical Technologies in Telescopes and Instrumentation. Edited by Atad-Ettedgui, Eli; Lemke, Dietrich.
Computer Science
Performance
1
Scientific paper
Next generation space telescopes, which are currently being developed in the US and Europe, require large-scale light-weight reflectors with high specific strength, high specific stiffness, low CTE, and high thermal conductivity. To meet budget constraints, they also require materials that produce surfaces suitable for polishing without expensive over-coatings. HB-Cesic - a European and Japanese trademark of ECM - is a Hybrid Carbon-Fiber Reinforced SiC composite developed jointly by ECM and MELCO to meet these challenges. The material's mechanical performance, such as stiffness, bending strength, and fracture toughness are significantly improved compared to the classic ECM Cesic material (type MF). Thermal expansion and thermal conductivity of HB-Cesic at cryogenic temperatures are now partly established; and excellent performance for large future space mirrors and structures are expected. This paper presents the design and manufacturing of an 800-mm mirror for space application, starting with the C/C raw material preparation to the finishing of the components, including the polishing of the mirror. The letters "HB" in HB-Cesic stand for "hybrid" to indicate that the C/C raw material is composed of a mixture of different types of chopped, short carbon-fibers.
Furuya Akira
Imai Hiroko
Kaneda Hidehiro
Katayama Haruyoshi
Krodel Matthias R.
No associations
LandOfFree
Manufacturing and performance test of an 800-mm space optic does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with Manufacturing and performance test of an 800-mm space optic, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Manufacturing and performance test of an 800-mm space optic will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-794349