Refractive Optics for Space Applications
Refractive optical components developed under space environment constraints, where optical performance, dimensional stability, and traceability are essential.
Spherical Lenses
plano-convex / bi-convex
different curvature or size
edge / mounting detail
Standard Specifications
(to be defined per application)
| Parameter | Standard Range |
|---|---|
| Diameter | Defined per application (including large-format lenses) |
| Surface Figure | High-precision surface figure, application-dependent |
| Centering / Beam Deviation | High-precision surface figure, application-dependent |
| Diameter or Thickness Tolerance | Defined per application |
| Surface Quality | ISO 10110 (typ. 60/40 to 10/5) |
Material Selection
Fused Silica, Optical Glass, Silicon, Germanium, Zinc Selenide, Zinc Sulfide, etc
Manufacturing Capability
- Conventional and precision polishing processes
- Geometry-dependent tooling and fixturing
- Coating compatibility for space environment
Space Qualification Considerations
- ECSS-aligned materials and processes
- Low outgassing material selection
- Documentation and traceability available
Aspherical Lenses
rotationally symmetric asphere
high-slope or fast asphere
inspection / surface profile view
Standard Specifications
(to be defined per application)
| Parameter | Standard Range |
|---|---|
| Diameter | Defined per application (typ. standard aspheric formats) |
| Diameter Tolerance | Defined per application |
| Aspheric Geometry | Controlled according to optical performance requirements |
| Centering / Beam Deviation | Controlled to meet alignment and imaging requirements |
| Center Thickness Tolerance | Defined per application |
Material Selection
Fused Silica, Optical Glass, Silicon, Germanium, Zinc Selenide, Zinc Sulfide, etc
Manufacturing Capability
- Deterministic asphere polishing
- Surface form error correction
- Metrology adapted to aspherical geometries
Space Qualification Considerations
- ECSS-aligned manufacturing processes
- Contamination and outgassing control
- Configuration control and inspection records
Refractive optics are addressed under a dedicated product line due to distinct manufacturing and inspection constraints.