Layout Optimization of Equal-Force Supports for Ultra-Large Optical Fabrication

Hu Haifei; Luo Xiao; Xin Hongwei; Qi Erhui; Zheng Ligong; Zhang Xuejun

doi:10.3788/aos201434.0422003

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