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29 January 1989 Installation And Use Of A Diamond Turning Machine In An Optical Component Job Shop
Martin High
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Abstract
Applied Physics Specialties, a small optical component manufacturer has invested in a diamond turning machine. This article reviews the reasons for obtaining the machine, staff preparation and selection, site preparation, a discussion of the initial work plan and a listing of miscellaneous equipment required.
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Martin High "Installation And Use Of A Diamond Turning Machine In An Optical Component Job Shop", Proc. SPIE 0966, Advances in Fabrication and Metrology for Optics and Large Optics, (29 January 1989); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.948044
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KEYWORDS
Diamond turning

Optics manufacturing

Optical components

Surface finishing

Aluminum

Polishing

Applied physics

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