Two-Axis, Optical Adjustment Flexure Mechanism

摘要

This technical paper describes an adjustment mechanism capable of producing microradian resolution rotational motion of an optical element. The mechanism rotates an optical element about two orthogonal axes utilizing flexure beam elements. The flexures facilitate frictionless rotation about the center of the optical element, in roll and tilt over a 1.5 degree range. The optical element is retained in an athermal mount to minimize distortion. The mechanism is constructed entirely of titanium.