Advanced Telescope for High Energy Physics (ATHENA) Mirror Ground Support Equipment (MGSE)

Work continues on the Mirror Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) upgrades at the XRCF. Testing of the Initial Electron Impact Point Source (EIPS) high voltage power supply interface was performed on 7/13/23. This system will allow remote operation of the facility x-ray source. Planning and preparations for the next Metrology Demonstration Test (MDT-2) are underway, including testing of a composite material selected for new components of the metrology system.

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