Fabrication of a high resolution relay lens for use in imaging ultra-cold quantum gases

[摘要] An in depth study of both the predicted and actual imaging characteristics of an existing design for a multi-component relay lens was conducted. A numerical tolerancing analysis located a flaw in the current assembly procedure for the lens system. This procedure was then modified and an interferometric lens alignment station was designed and built to allow for highly accurate assembly of the multi-component lens. The system was then retested and a significant improvement in image quality was observed.

[发布机构] Rice University

[效力级别] physics