Reducing Risk in Space Optics Projects: Pre-Qualification & Designing for Qualification
Why Risk Reduction is Mission-Critical
In space missions, failure is not an option. Optical components—mirrors, lenses, filters, and coatings—must perform flawlessly under extreme conditions: vacuum, radiation, vibration, and temperature. Unlike terrestrial optics, once launched, there is no chance for repair. This makes risk reduction in space optics projects absolutely critical. Precision optical component providers must ensure their solutions are not only high-performing in the lab but also fully qualified for the harsh realities of space.