NASA NTRS · 19750049513
Laser tuners using circular piezoelectric benders
Abstract
The paper presents the results of an experimental evaluation of a new type of piezoelectric ceramic device designed for use as a laser mirror tuner. Thin plates made from various materials were assembled into a circular bimorph configuration and tested for linearity of movement, maximum travel, and resonant frequency for varying conditions of clamping torque and mirror loading values. Most of the devices tested could accept mirror diameters up to approximately 1.3 cm and maintain a resonant frequency above 2 kHz. Typical mirror translation without measurable tilt was plus or minus 20 micrometers or greater for applied voltages of less than plus or minus 300 V.
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Mcelroy, J. H., Thompson, P. E., Walker, H. E., Johnson, E. H., Radecki, D. J., Reynolds, R. S.. 1975-06-01. Laser tuners using circular piezoelectric benders. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19750049513
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