Alex Yanson
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Alex Yanson is a leading figure in precision X-ray optics, with a career defined by advancing the fabrication of next-generation silicon-based mirrors. His primary research areas include direct wafer bonding, microstructuring of silicon, and the development of curved and wedged X-ray mirrors for astronomical and synchrotron applications. Yanson’s major contribution lies in pioneering a robust technological process for producing structured silicon X-ray mirrors using direct bonding of 12-inch wafers. His work enables the creation of thin membranes supported by ribs, which are then precisely wedged and curved—a critical step for focusing X-rays in space telescopes and high-energy physics experiments. While his most cited paper, "Direct Bonding of Multiple Curved, Wedged and Structured Silicon Wafers as X-Ray Mirrors" (2016), has garnered 2 citations, its impact is best measured by its foundational role in advancing lightweight, high-resolution mirror technology. Yanson’s achievements include overcoming the challenges of bonding multiple curved and structured surfaces, a feat that has opened new possibilities for modular X-ray optics. His research continues to influence the design of future X-ray observatories, making him a key innovator in the field.
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