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Laser Beam Stabilization with Fast Steering Mirrors

Optical table to optical table beam stabilization demo

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Fast Steering Mirror Technology Active Beam Stabilization

This note explores dynamic beam stabilization using a fast steering mirror (FSM), a technology originally developed for demanding aerospace pointing and tracking requirements. The performance …

Manual

FSM-300 Fast Steering Mirror Systems User's Manual

Fast steering mirror technology can be used to stabilize laser beams, track work pieces for precision laser micro-machining, scan laser beams for real-time confocal microscopy, track …

Technical Articles

Fast Steering Mirrors Improve Active Beam Stabilization - Optoelectronics World

Beam-stabilization modules based on fast steering mirrors correct errors in laser beam alignment and loosen specifications on other components while increasing system robustness.

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Motorized Optical Mount Guide

Motorized optical mounts are great for automating sensitive lab or production optical systems, as well as making adjustments in tight spaces where manual adjustment is not possible …

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Precision Optical Assembly Solutions

Specializing in optical design, manufacturing, assembly and test, Newport engages with OEM customers, integrating engineering and product development teams early in the development …

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CMOS Cameras Allow Robust Active Stabilization of Laser Beams - Laser Focus World

Accurate measurement of the position of a laser beam can be achieved in several ways, each with its strengths and weaknesses. A comparison of these has resulted in an active beam-stabilization …

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Ultrafast Optics Guide

Selecting the proper optic for an ultrafast application is key to the success of your experiment. The dielectric coating and larger material thicknesses will induce dispersion and interference …

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Automated Alignment Keeps Z Machine on Target - Laser Focus World

Computer-controlled motorized mirror mounts enable rapid realignment of beam-steering optics between discharges at Sandia National Labs’ Z machine.

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Variable Attenuator for Lasers

This application note details a simple and cost effective solution for the continuous attenuation of laser output power. The attenuator kit described is based on a half waveplate and …

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Nanopositioning Solutions

Our nanopositioner solutions are ideal devices for providing exceptional nanometer scale remote control for manual positioning stages and opto-mechanical components over large distances, …

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Laser Macroprocessing

Laser macroprocessing is defined as the machining of metal parts with thicknesses greater than a mm to produce large features with multi-mm dimensions. The process uses high power lasers …

Manual

GuideStar™ II Beam Stabilization Systems User's Manual

The GuideStar II laser stabilization system guarantees critical alignment of complex laser systems by compensating beam pointing and position drift.

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SL-A Series Gimbal Mounts - Direct Installation of Mirrors

The SL-A Series Gimbal Mounts provide fast, accurate positioning of large circular or rectangular optics. Unlimited rotation in pitch and yaw (elevation and azimuth) allow the mount …

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Vat Polymerization

In vat polymerization systems—including stereolithography (SLA) and digital light processing (DLP)—a UV laser constructs an object in a vat of a liquid photopolymer resin by curing …

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Powder Bed Fusion

Powder bed fusion systems utilize a heat source—such as a laser—to sinter or melt ultra-fine layers of material like powdered metal to fuse into the desired shape.

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SL-A Series Gimbal Mounts - Installation of Mirrors with Clamp Arms

The SL-A Series Gimbal Mounts provide fast, accurate positioning of large circular or rectangular optics. Unlimited rotation in pitch and yaw (elevation and azimuth) allow the mount …

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Photo-emf Detector Enables Laser Ultrasonic Receiver - Optoelectronics World

Laser ultrasonic receiver with photoelectromotive force detector can measure dynamic displacement of rough surfaces moving at process speeds.

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Replicated Mirrors

Our replication technology enables us to produce high-volume replicated mirrors with many desirable features not available from glass optics. Replication delivers unmatched repeatability …

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Optical Mirror Physics

Optical mirrors consist of metallic or dielectric films deposited directly on a substrate such as glass, differing from common mirrors, which are coated on the back surface of the …