The project aims to develop ultra-light, self-correcting mirrors for use in the next generation of large optical telescopes and solar energy concentrators. Presently, the best mirrors have a density of about one-half a metric-ton per square-meter or more in order to provide the stiffness which is necessary to keep the optical shape under the variable conditions given by the changing gravity vector as the telescopes track a position on the sky, as well as to withstand variable wind conditions. We intend to replace such a massive mirror with a “sandwich” of very light, optically perfect, “fire-glass” (window pane) coated sheets stiffened with layers of electro-active polymers that can be deposited through additive manufacturing 3D printers.