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Integration and testing of the NewATHENA mirror modules

Dr. Dervis Vernani

Media Lario Srl

Day

Wednesday · 2026-10-14

Time

4:20 PM - 5:40 PM

Track

Track 1

Session

New Athena and X-ray Optics-1

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NewAthena integrates several hundred Silicon Pore Optics modules using specialized facilities designed for high-precision co-alignment. The VERT-X facility enables routine X-ray testing of these modules in a vertical orientation, supported by an advanced rail-transfer system to correlate performance with UV optical data. This strategic co-location of integration and test environments ensures the structural and optical integrity of the modular mirror assembly before flight deployment.

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Optical Hardware & ManufacturingAssembly & AlignmentSpace TelescopesUV / VIS / IR AstronomyMirrorsOptical MaterialsGratings

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