Re: [ATM] Friction and sticking in multipoint mounts

[Jovian <joviansoftware@comcast.net>]

> My cell will be a super rigid "wheel". one with four layers of 
> cored and laminated carbon fiber separated by spokes with an "I" 
> beam cross section made the same way.
> 
> The 15" mirror will "float" on a thin "liquid like" material and 
> be secured with a new breed of polymer developed by NASA. There 
> will be no measurable deflection under normal loads and the 
> mirror will maintain it's shape. For all practical purposes, this 
> will be a super rigid system. 

Well I for one am interested in knowing more about this cell design and
how its implemented. After all no one would ever come up with something
better if everyone was happy with what was available. So where can I
learn more about this design Art specifically about these  "liquid 
like" materials.

Clear Skies
Nick


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