Title :
Micromirrors for Multiobject Spectroscopy: Large Array Actuation and Cryogenic Compatibility
Author :
Waldis, S. ; Ayyalasomayajula, P. ; Noell, W. ; de Rooij, N.F. ; Zamkotsian, F.
Author_Institution :
Univ. of Neuchatel, Neuchatel
Abstract :
Micromirror arrays are being developed dedicated for astronomical instrumentation. We report on the strategy to handle a large number of micromirrors needed for covering a 0.5 m times 0.5 m large active surface and on cryogenic characterization.
Keywords :
astronomical instruments; cryogenics; micromirrors; astronomical instrumentation; cryogenic compatibility; large array actuation; micromirrors; multiobject spectroscopy; Cryogenics; Micromechanical devices; Micromirrors; Mirrors; Rough surfaces; Spectroscopy; Surface roughness; Telescopes; Tiles; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics Society, 2007. LEOS 2007. The 20th Annual Meeting of the IEEE
Conference_Location :
Lake Buena Vista, FL
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0925-9
Electronic_ISBN :
1092-8081
DOI :
10.1109/LEOS.2007.4382705
