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Space-Based Optics Are Taking Off

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Justine Murphy, Editor, [email protected]

[Editor's online update: Exelis Inc. was acquired in June by Harris Corp.] Exciting times are on the horizon for space optics as the market evolves, customer needs change and the demand for products intensifies. A mixture of advancements in optical technology, more efficient manufacturing processes, and innovative scientists and ideas are propelling the optics industry to new heights. And the demand for innovative optics technologies is growing. “It is an exciting time to be in the precision optics industry supporting space-based applications,” said Ted Mooney,...Read full article

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