title: Finite element modeling and testing of a deformable carbon fiber reinforced polymer mirror.
abstract: Thin-shelled composite mirrors have been recently proposed for use as deformable mirrors in optical systems. Large-diameter deformable composite mirrors can be used in the development of active optical zoom systems. We present the fabrication, testing, and modeling of a prototype 0.2 m diameter carbon fiber reinforced polymer mirror for use as a deformable mirror. In addition, three actuation techniques have been modeled and will be presented.
authors.affiliation: US Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC, USA. chris.wilcox@nrl.navy.mil
authors.forename: Christopher C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Wilcox
authors.forename: Michael S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Baker
authors.forename: David V
authors.initials: DV
authors.lastname: Wick
authors.forename: Robert C
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Romeo
authors.forename: Robert N
authors.initials: RN
authors.lastname: Martin
authors.forename: Brian F
authors.initials: BF
authors.lastname: Clark
authors.forename: Nicole L
authors.initials: NL
authors.lastname: Breivik
authors.forename: Brad L
authors.initials: BL
authors.lastname: Boyce