A general method for the construction of a reliable high brightness aiming beams generator for short wavelength lasers is evaluated. The goal is a technology that would serve for wavelengths spanning the vacuum ultraviolet to x-ray regions. This involves an appraisal of the capability of existing technology, the generation of a specific design, the identification of technologically limiting factors, and creation of a work plan to extend and implement the selected technological approach. If the goals of the proposed effort are achieved, a major advance toward a revolutionary new ultrahigh brightness short wavelength instrumentation would be made.
