title: Imaging characteristics of an axisymmetric, grazing incidence x-ray microscope designed for laser fusion research.
abstract: We report herein the first demonstration of the x-ray imaging characteristics of an axisymmetric x-ray microscope designed for laser fusion diagnostics. The design, fabrication, and evaluation of a grazing incidence hyperboloid/ellipsoid x-ray mirror pair are discussed. Initial data relating the measured mirror surface profiles, the estimated surface roughness, and mechanical alignment of the x-ray mirror pair to the observed spatial resolution are presented. A revised fabrication approach, utilizing a single point diamond turning feedback technique and resulting in improved resolution, is also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Lawrence Livermore Laboratory, Livermore, California 94550.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Boyle
authors.forename: H G
authors.initials: HG
authors.lastname: Ahlstrom