1. Laser Beam Control with Fast Steering Mirrors and PICMA Piezo Actuators.
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Spielman, Sharon
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DEFLECTION (Light) , *MARS rovers , *IMMERSION in liquids , *CONFORMAL coatings , *MANUFACTURING processes , *CERAMIC capacitors - Abstract
Physik Instrumente's S-335 two-axis fast steering mirrors with PICMA piezo actuators are designed to provide fast and high-resolution motion for laser beam control and imaging applications. The actuators have a wide operating temperature range and are resistant to environmental factors such as humidity. They are manufactured using a multilayer cofiring technology that ensures their reliability over extensive operational lifetimes. The actuators can be easily integrated into existing mechanical systems and controlled using available piezo drivers and controllers. NASA has tested and selected PICMA actuators for the Mars mission due to their durability. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024