Laser autoalignment system
US4283688A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 26, 1979 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01S3/086
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An autoalignment system for a laser having a pair of reflector assemblies capable of providing six degrees of freedom of movement to the reflector element formed as part of each of the reflector assemblies. Each reflector assembly is made up of a reflector unit, a gimbal knuckle joint and a translator mechanism. The interconnection between the reflector unit and the gimbal knuckle joint provides for two degrees of freedom while the translator mechanism and its interconnection with the gimbal knuckle joint provides the additional four degrees of freedom. Cooling of the reflector elements is accomplished by way of a coolant system which is incorporated within the autoalignment system of the laser, while motivation of the autoalignment system is in the form of a plurality of drivers operably connected to the various elements of the reflector assembly. During utilization of the system in a vibrational environment, the autoalignment system maintains the correct relationship between the reflecting elements of the laser as well as providing sufficient cooling thereof.
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