Ir/C multilayers for the NewAthena x-ray mirrors

S. Svendsen*, D. D. M. Ferreira, S. Massahi, D. Paredes-Sanz, N. Gellert, A. S' Jegers, F. E. Christensen, A. Thete, B. Landgraf, D. Girou, M. Collon, D. Skroblin, L. Cibik, C. Gollwitzer, M. Krumrey, I. Ferreira, M. Bavdaz

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Abstract

Development and qualification of X-ray reflective mirror coatings for the NewAthena mission is progressing with a focus on enabling scientific capabilities of the telescope, given the updated requirements of the redefined mission. In this work, we consider both design and development of Ir/C multilayer coatings optimised to ensure the required performance across the spectral range, facilitating the mission science objectives. We present demonstration of manufacturing capability for the optimised Ir/C multilayer coatings, and compatibility with the Silicon Pore Optics (SPO) technology. Characterisation of X-ray mirror coatings is performed using X-ray reflectometry with a focus on mirror design qualification and long-term stability.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSpace Telescopes and Instrumentation 2024: Ultraviolet to Gamma Ray
EditorsIvo Ferreira, M. Bavdaz, Jan-Willem A. den Herder , Shouleh Nikzad
Number of pages9
Volume13093
PublisherSPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Publication date2024
Article number130934T
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
EventSPIE Astronomical Telescopes + Instrumentation 2024 - Yokohama, Japan
Duration: 16 Jun 202421 Jun 2024

Conference

ConferenceSPIE Astronomical Telescopes + Instrumentation 2024
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityYokohama
Period16/06/202421/06/2024
SeriesProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume13093
ISSN0277-786X

Keywords

  • X-ray mirrors
  • Multilayer coatings
  • NewAthena
  • Optimisation
  • X-ray astronomy

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