Diamond-Turning Of Optics Is Stimulating Other Applications Or "One Good Turn Deserves Another"

Theodore T. Saito

doi:10.1117/12.956830

27 October 1978 Diamond-Turning Of Optics Is Stimulating Other Applications Or "One Good Turn Deserves Another"

Theodore T. Saito

Proceedings Volume 0159, Precision Machining of Optics; (1978) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.956830
Event: 22nd Annual Technical Symposium, 1978, San Diego, United States

Abstract

The extensive cost savings and associated design flexibility made possible by precision machining have propelled diamond turning into corporate management discussions and plans. In this paper the existing and planned manufacturing technology programs of the DoD are discussed, and their coordinated relationships through the Precision Machine Tool Technology Program are explained. Due to these recent accomplishments, new applications are extending the horizon of interest in diamond turning and precision engineering. These applications include an Army night vision goggle, flight simulator optics, aircraft windscreens, coupled cavity traveling wave tube components and shaped charge liners. These developments are being stimulated both by the expanding horizon of applications and by more demanding shape/finish requirements. In addition to current diamond turning machine advanced developments, a project to diamond turn glass is discussed.

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Theodore T. Saito "Diamond-Turning Of Optics Is Stimulating Other Applications Or "One Good Turn Deserves Another"", Proc. SPIE 0159, Precision Machining of Optics, (27 October 1978); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.956830

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