The Process and Techniques of Manufacturing Replica Mirrors (Cast Epoxy)

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Abstract:

This report is concerned with improving the techniques of making replica mirrors as reported in The Process and Techniques of Fabricating Replica, F.A. Report PP-T-2520-1 by Robert P. Hogan, Nov. 1967. The process involves the reproduction of a polished mirror surface, in the form of a thin film epoxy casting complete in all details, on an aluminum preform. Double replication, used in this study, is a two stage process whereby an inverse replication of a master mirror surface is cast on a submaster, and is then conversely replicated on an aluminum preform. The epoxy, after proper vacuum coating, becomes the mirror, and the aluminum provides stability, rigidity and strength.

Author(s):
Cavaliere, Richard J. ; Werthwine, Joseph
Author Organization(s):
FRANKFORD ARSENAL PHILADELPHIA PA
Descriptive Note:
Technical research rept.
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA021186
Pagination:
0031

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
FA-TR-75015
Project Number(s):
DA-2-3-009-15
Monitor Series:
FA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Advanced Electronics
Descriptor(s):
*CASTING, *MIRRORS, *REPLICAS, EPOXY RESINS, FABRICATION, FRACTURE(MECHANICS), MOLDS(FORMS), OPTICAL EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS, STAINLESS STEEL
Field(s)/Group(s):
Fabrication Metallurgy, Plastics, Optics
Keyword(s):
DESIGN CRITERIA
Report Date:
1975 Apr 01