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Published June 2014 | Published
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Metrology and Coatings for the 40 kg LIGO Optics

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The 4 km LIGO interferometers seek to measure the gravitational radiation from cosmic explosions. In order to do so, their massive mirrors must meet several demanding specifications which are sometimes conflicting. I will described why the job is so challenging and how the challenges may be met.

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