I don't know how that would work with what looks like a very specialized device. Good idea. I would really like to find a picture and/or description of this exact thing somewhere on the internet. haven't found such yet. I was hoping this forum would help and still hoping someone recognizes this...
I got this out of an old chemistry lab I cleaned out to use for experiments when I was in college in 1983. I kept it but never knew what it was for. Neat antique box specifically designed for this device. Some optic device with a pivoting mirror. Almost looks like it would be for a laser table...