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Deformable mirror actuator attachment

US5037184A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 18, 1989
Grant dateAug 6, 1991
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Expiry dateDec 18, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S359/903
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Oppositely polarized magnets are secured to a deformable mirror and a corresponding actuator. They rely on magnetic attraction to maintain the connection between the actuator and mirror. A reverse magnetic field is imposed when the actuator is to be removed for repair.

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