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![]() by Staff Writers Changchun, China (XNA) Aug 24, 2018
China has developed a high accuracy four-meter-aperture optical mirror, an important tool for deep space and astronomical observation. Developed by Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics, and Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the silicon carbide aspheric optical mirror measures 1.6 tonnes. The silicon carbide used in production provides more stability to the surface of the mirror, allowing for greater accuracy at 20 nanometers. In addition to the mirror, the research group also developed the manufacturing equipment used for the mirror's production and owns the IP rights for the equipment. Source: Xinhua News
![]() ![]() The Gloo behind James Webb Space Telescope's spider technology Greenbelt MD (SPX) Aug 23, 2018 It takes a team of talented individuals working in unison to brainstorm, build and deliver what will become the world's most powerful space telescope. Marcelino Sansebastian is a Senior Instrument Technician at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland who has been deeply involved with NASA's James Webb Space Telescope since the project began. Known for his passion, skillset and unique nickname 'Gloo', Sansebastian has had his hand in helping design and invent a long list of missio ... read more
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