Design and Dynamic Modeling of Piezoelectric Laser Beam Shutters
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Design and Dynamic Modeling of Piezoelectric Laser Beam Shutters
- Author:
R. Bansevicius, S. Navickaite, V. Jurenas, G. Kulvietis, I. Tumasoniene
In this article we investigate a piezo-driven mechanical laser beam shutter, which can be used for modulation or the switching of the light intensity in various laser applications. Presently piezoelectric actuators are widely used in various mechatronic devices and systems, including high accuracy positioning systems, optical and laser scanning/deflecting devices, piezoelectric robots. Particular interest in using piezoelectric actuators was determined by their superior characteristics – high-energy efficiency and short response time.
