M. Gubarev
Papers
3
Total Citations
29
H-Index
3
About
M. Gubarev is a leading figure in the development of advanced X-ray optics for astrophysical missions, with a career focused on pushing the boundaries of mirror fabrication technology. His primary research areas include electroforming replication and direct fabrication techniques for full-shell X-ray optics, work that is critical for enabling the next generation of high-resolution space telescopes. Gubarev’s major contributions are centered at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), where he has been instrumental in creating optics for balloon payloads like HERO and rocket experiments. His most cited work (16 citations) details these historic developments, while his subsequent papers (8 and 5 citations) explore a revolutionary direct fabrication approach using modern robotic polishing machines. This method promises to produce stiff, lightweight, and affordable X-ray mirrors with high angular resolution, addressing a key challenge for future astrophysical missions. Gubarev’s research is paving the way for telescopes that can peer deeper into the cosmos, making him a vital contributor to the field of X-ray astronomy.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1X-ray optic developments at NASA's MSFC16 citations · 2013
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- 3Direct fabrication of full-shell x-ray optics5 citations · 2015