Vol. 2, issue 08, article # 7

Abstract:

Construction of a flexible membrane mirror is described. The main static characteristics of the mirror are investigated. Theoretical analysis of the actuator positions is carried out. The possibility of using the membrane mirror in the atmospheric adaptive optical system is considered.

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