Q: I want a SiC telescope, but very few suppliers are willing to quote. Can you support this? A: Absolutely. Avantier has experience working with various materials, including aluminum, glass, Zerodur, and SiC, to meet your specific requirements. Back to top page
Q: I need athermal performance but don’t know where to start. Can you help? A: Yes, Avantier can guide you through managing thermal performance by optimizing design and selecting appropriate materials. Back to top page
Q: I lack confidence in the design because it’s new, and the project is costly. How can I reduce risks? A: Avantier can provide diamond-turned prototypes to verify the design at minimal cost. We can also demonstrate a functional telescope to build your confidence. Back to top page
Q: I haven’t done this before and am unsure how to handle system alignment. What should I do? A: Avantier can assist in designing structures that simplify alignment. To test your ideas, we recommend building a demo model using aluminum. Back to top page
Q: I have an optical design but am unsure about the structural design. Can you help? A: Yes, Avantier offers expertise and services to support structural design, ensuring it complements your optical design effectively. Back to top page
Q: Why are RC telescopes so expensive? A: The main cost driver is metrology, which ensures precision. Avantier leverages extensive experience to reduce these costs, potentially saving customers money. Back to top page
Q: What is an RC telescope? A: An RC (Ritchey-Chrétien) telescope is a two-mirror optical system that uses hyperbolic mirrors to reduce coma and deliver sharp, wide-field images. It features a convex secondary mirror. Back to top page
