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Advancing BEaTriX: a high-performance X-ray calibration facility for scientific and industrial applications

Dr. Bianca Salmaso

INAF - Osservatorio Astronomico Brera

Day

Wednesday · 2026-10-14

Time

4:20 PM - 5:40 PM

Track

Track 1

Session

New Athena and X-ray Optics-1

Venue

ICSO 2026 Conference Venue

Hall Track 1Session New Athena and X-ray Optics-1

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In 30 seconds

The BEaTriX facility provides a high-performance, laboratory-scale X-ray calibration solution featuring a highly parallel, monochromatic, and polarized beam. Recent upgrades include a tunable focal length capability from 1.4 to 14 meters and an expanded spectral range. These advancements enable comprehensive qualification of optics, detectors, and instrumentation for missions like NewAthena.

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Topics & Subtopics

Optical Hardware & ManufacturingCalibrationInstrument PerformanceAstronomical InstrumentationLaser RangingMirrorsThermo-OpticsAssembly & AlignmentEnvironmental TestingQualification