Deformable mirror actuator attachment
US5037184A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 1989 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 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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