crown glass
"Crown glass" has historical significance in both window making and optical applications due to its distinct production methods and properties.
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Definition
B2Window Making
(historical)A type of glass created by blowing molten glass into a hollow globe and spinning it into a flat disk, traditionally used in windows.
Example
- Crown glass was commonly used in windows before the development of modern glassmaking techniques.
C1Optics
(technical)A type of optical glass known for its low refractive index and dispersion, used in lenses and other optical components.
Example
- Crown glass is often used in the convex elements of achromatic lenses to reduce chromatic aberration.
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