Mirror coupling
US12392990B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 2024 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01S3/0811
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to optical devices and systems, specifically those related to light detection and ranging (LIDAR) systems. An example device includes a shaft defining a rotational axis. The shaft includes a first material having a first coefficient of thermal expansion. The device also includes a rotatable mirror disposed about the shaft. The rotatable mirror includes a multi-sided structure having an exterior surface and an interior surface. The multi-sided structure includes a second material having a second coefficient of thermal expansion. The second coefficient of thermal expansion is different from the first coefficient of thermal expansion. The multi-sided structure also includes a plurality of reflective surfaces disposed on the exterior surface of the multi-sided structure. The multi-sided structure yet further includes one or more support members coupled to the interior surface and the shaft.
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