Re: [ATM] Ultra-Thin EdgeSupportIdea-RE:[atm_free]ULTRA-THIN30"mirror from Hong Kong

["James Lerch" <jlerch1@tampabay.rr.com>]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "A. Suijkerbuijk" <a.suykerbuyk@wxs.nl>


> Hi James,
Hi Adrie

> Three of the levers are replaced by bolts, these serve for collimation.

OK, so for an 18 point cell, you end up with 3 static points, and 15 astatic 
points.  How do you ensure that each of the 15 astatic points supports the same 
amount of the mirror's weight as the 3 static points?  (assume scope pointed at 
zenith, ignoring the lateral support issue at the moment)

Take Care,
James Lerch
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