Aspheric Generation By Sputtering Techniques

Vic Bennett; Jack Smith

doi:10.1117/12.955892

21 November 1977 Aspheric Generation By Sputtering Techniques

Vic Bennett, Jack Smith

Proceedings Volume 0126, Clever Optics: Innovative Applications of Optics; (1977) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.955892
Event: 21st Annual Technical Symposium, 1977, San Diego, United States

Abstract

A new method-of generating aspheric elements is discussed. In this method, the aspheric element is produced by sputtering a non-uniform, but radially symmetric. coatino onto the substrate. The desired non-uniformity is produced by selective masking of the substrate. As proof of the concept, an 8.25-inch diameter aspheric element was made. This asphere has a maximum departure from spherical of 84pm and a maximum slope deviation from spherical of 132µm/in. The finished sputtered asphere departed from the design asphere by 0.38µm.

Citation Download Citation

Vic Bennett and Jack Smith "Aspheric Generation By Sputtering Techniques", Proc. SPIE 0126, Clever Optics: Innovative Applications of Optics, (21 November 1977); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.955892

ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE

INSTITUTIONAL
Select your institution to access the SPIE Digital Library.

SELECT YOUR INSTITUTION

PERSONAL
Sign in with your SPIE account to access your personal subscriptions or to use specific features such as save to my library, sign up for alerts, save searches, etc.

PERSONAL SIGN IN

No SPIE Account? Create one

PURCHASE THIS CONTENT

SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL LIBRARY

50 downloads per 1-year subscription

Members: $195

Non-members: $335 ADD TO CART

25 downloads per 1 - year subscription

Members: $145

Non-members: $250 ADD TO CART

PURCHASE SINGLE ARTICLE

Includes PDF, HTML & Video, when available