How to achieve nanometer precision in space?

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Strong recommendationinfogulch · Original2022-03

What it covers

Breaking Taps explains how the cryogenic mirror actuators on the James Webb Space Telescope achieve nanometer precision using flexures. It shows a 3D-printed replica and. It is for someone who already knows the basic terms and wants the next step.

Video details

Channel

Breaking Taps

Length

11 min 7 sec

Year

2022

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