Ben Okma
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Ben Okma is a key contributor to the development of Silicon Pore Optics (SPO), an enabling technology for next-generation space-based X-ray observatories. His research focuses on the precision stacking and alignment of ultra-thin silicon mirrors, which are critical for achieving the large effective area and low mass required by missions like ESA’s Athena and NASA’s Arcus. Okma’s most-cited work, “Stacking of mirrors for silicon pore optics” (2019, 6 citations), details the intricate processes that transform flat silicon wafers into high-performance X-ray optics. This contribution directly supports the realization of future observatories that will study black holes, galaxy clusters, and the hot Universe. While his citation count is modest, the foundational nature of his work—enabling a technology poised to revolutionize X-ray astronomy—underscores its significance. Okma’s expertise in mirror stacking and optical assembly positions him as a vital figure in advancing SPO from concept to flight-ready hardware, making him an essential collaborator for scientists and engineers building the next generation of space telescopes.
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- 1Stacking of mirrors for silicon pore optics6 citations · 2019