Deformable-mirror concept for adaptive optics in space

Chin-Po Kuo

doi:10.1117/12.48826

1 December 1991 Deformable-mirror concept for adaptive optics in space

Chin-Po Kuo

Proceedings Volume 1542, Active and Adaptive Optical Systems; (1991) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.48826
Event: San Diego, '91, 1991, San Diego, CA, United States

Abstract

A concept for correcting long wave low order distortions of a lightweight composite mirror for space applications is described. One of the attractive features of this concept for space applications is that a backup structure is not required. The actuation system consists of piezoelectric elements, attached directly to the back of the mirror surface. The system is self balancing. This paper describes the test results for a one-half meter curved composite reflector.

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Chin-Po Kuo "Deformable-mirror concept for adaptive optics in space", Proc. SPIE 1542, Active and Adaptive Optical Systems, (1 December 1991); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.48826

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