Additive Manufacturing of Silicon Carbide Optical Mirrors and Structural Components

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Silicon carbide optical mirrors are fabricated using binder jetting additive manufacturing to achieve high geometric complexity and exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratios. The process utilizes optimized powder deposition followed by liquid silicon infiltration to create dense, thermally stable structural components. This manufacturing route allows for integrated features that are unattainable with traditional subtractive methods, facilitating superior optical performance.