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Polishing methods for KCl. Instrumentation papers

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:7195385
Polishing techniques used by AFCRL for polishing alkali halides are described. A brief rationale is given for the techniques and materials required for low damage window polishing. Step-by-step procedures are outlined for use by technician or higher level individuals interested in window polishing. Particular attention is given to methods of rough cutting mechanical polishing and chemical polishing of KCl crystals. (GRA)
Research Organization:
Air Force Cambridge Research Labs., L.G. Hanscom Field, Mass. (USA)
OSTI ID:
7195385
Report Number(s):
AD/A-005389; AFCRL-IP-216; AFCRL-TR-0134
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English