Ball joint gimbal mirror with actuator assembly
US7388700B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B7/1821
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Compact scanning techniques that can scan a large degree optical solid angle are disclosed. One particular embodiment is a processor controlled scanner that is capable of a large degree optical solid scan angle. Dual axis scan capability can be provided with a single compact package. A pivoting ball joint on which a mirror assembly is attached is employed. The mirror assembly is operatively coupled to an actuator assembly (e.g., electro-magnets or piezoelectric based actuators). When control voltage is applied to the actuator assembly, the ball joint to moves thereby moving the integrally attached mirror assembly.
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