Low Wavefront Distortion Optical Mounts

Abstract

The invention discloses an optical mount, which comprises at least one limiting element for an optical component, the limiting element having at least one contact point with a first surface of the optical component; at least one force applying element, which There is at least one contact point with the second surface of the optical component; wherein each contact point on the first surface of the optical component corresponds to a contact point on the second surface of the optical component.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims the benefit of US Provisional Application No. 61 / 745,932, filed December 26, 2012, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. technical field [0003] The present invention relates generally to optical mounts, and more particularly, the present invention relates to optical mounts configured to reduce distortion in optical components when in use. Background technique [0004] Optical mounts are optomechanical devices that support optical components to ensure that their properties are not inadvertently compromised. As researchers and product developers push the boundaries of optical science, there is a growing need for optomechanical assemblies that more fully protect the high-performance optics specifications they support. However, many modern optical mounts significantly compromise the characteristics of the mounted optic. [0005] Laser-quality optics are typically processed ...

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Problems solved by technology

This design has many parts and can be difficult to adjust without unintended forces and stresses

Known devices are generally not suitable for optics of different sizes because, for example, the spring force is not easily adjusted

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