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)
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Parameter |
Standard Range |
|---|---|
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Diameter |
Defined per application (including large-format lenses) |
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Surface Figure |
High-precision surface figure, application-dependent |
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Centering / Beam Deviation |
High-precision surface figure, application-dependent |
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Diameter or Thickness Tolerance |
Defined per application |
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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) |
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Diameter Tolerance |
Defined per application |
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Aspheric Geometry |
Controlled according to optical performance requirements |
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Centering / Beam Deviation |
Controlled to meet alignment and imaging requirements |
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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.