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

> 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)


This is a mis-understanding of what astatic mirror supports do.  They do not
support the mirror's weight.  They do provide forces to prevent mirror
deformation.

Mel Bartels


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