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10 December 2001 Conformal optics: theory and practice
James P. Mills
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Abstract
The state of the art conformal optics is described. Conformal optics refers to the design, fabrication and use of optical windows and domes that are neither flat nor a section of a sphere. The challenges and solutions to overcome the challenges associated with developing the tools and techniques that enable the use of conformal optics is described. A demonstration of the utility of conformal optics is presented.
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James P. Mills "Conformal optics: theory and practice", Proc. SPIE 4442, Novel Optical Systems Design and Optimization IV, (10 December 2001); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.449962
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KEYWORDS
Missiles

Domes

Optics manufacturing

Optical design

Optical spheres

Surface finishing

Geometrical optics

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