Partitioned Optical Path for Precise Laser Surface Processing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing processing apparatuses struggle to efficiently form structures on objects by irradiating them with processing lights, often resulting in incomplete or inaccurate surface modifications.
Innovation Solution
A processing apparatus equipped with a light irradiation system that includes a partition member to contain the optical path between the object's surface and the light irradiation apparatus, allowing for precise control of the processing light's path and ensuring effective surface modification.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If a processing apparatus irradiates a surface of an object with a processing light to form a structure, then the surface resistance is reduced, but the structure formation accuracy and precision deteriorate due to uncontrolled light scattering and substance interference in the optical path
Solution Approach 1:
The optical path space is segmented and isolated from the external environment using a partition member (housing structure), creating a controlled processing chamber that prevents unauthorized substance entry while maintaining the laser processing function
Solution Approach 2:
A partition member acts as an intermediary barrier between the optical path and the external environment, allowing necessary substances (processing light) to pass through while blocking harmful factors (unauthorized substances, scattered light)
Solution Approach 3:
The partition member creates an inert/controlled atmosphere within the optical path space, isolating the processing area from environmental contaminants and maintaining optimal conditions for laser processing
2Productivity
If the processing light is irradiated without containing the optical path, then the device complexity is reduced, but the processing efficiency and productivity deteriorate due to incomplete surface modification and material removal errors
Solution Approach 1:
The optical path is segmented and enclosed within a housing structure, creating distinct functional zones that improve processing control and efficiency while maintaining reasonable device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The partition member serves multiple functions simultaneously: it contains the optical path, blocks scattered light, prevents substance interference, and provides structural support, thereby improving productivity without proportionally increasing device complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The apparatus achieves precise and efficient surface modification by ensuring that the processing light is focused and contained, leading to improved structural formation and reduced material removal or addition errors.
Implementation Method 1
a light irradiation apparatus that irradiates a surface of an object with processing light
Data Source
AI summary
A processing apparatus has: a light irradiation apparatus that includes an optical system and that processes a surface of an object by irradiating the surface of the object with processing light emitted from the optical system; a partition member that surrounds a space including an optical path between the surface of the object and an optical member that is disposed at a most object side in the optical system; a partition support apparatus that supports the partition member and that does not contact the object; and a controller.