Space can be a harsh environment for optical coatings. Optimax has successfully provided antireflection (AR) coatings for a wide range of space applications. This paper outlines the results of testing done to qualify Optimax AR coatings for Space.

1. INTRODUCTION

In Space applications, optical coatings can be exposed to vacuum, extreme temperatures, high-intensity radiation, and ionized gas. In the course of providing optics and coatings for Space applications, Optimax has been involved in several rounds of qualification testing. The following is a brief description of the tests performed for these programs...

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