18665650. SYNCHRONIZATION OF MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM (MEMS) MIRRORS simplified abstract (Infineon Technologies AG)
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SYNCHRONIZATION OF MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM (MEMS) MIRRORS
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Inventor(s)
Boris Kirillov of Gratwein-Straßengel (AT)
Ievgeniia Maksymova of Graz (AT)
Hendrikus VAN Lierop of Bj Weert (NL)
SYNCHRONIZATION OF MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM (MEMS) MIRRORS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18665650 titled 'SYNCHRONIZATION OF MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM (MEMS) MIRRORS
An oscillator system described in the patent application includes a structure that oscillates about two different axes, driven by separate drivers, and synchronized by a controller based on position signals.
- The oscillator structure oscillates about a first axis with a first oscillation and about a second axis with a second oscillation.
- The first driver drives the first oscillation and generates a position signal based on zero-crossing events of the first mirror.
- The second driver drives the second oscillation and generates a position signal based on zero-crossing events of the second mirror.
- The synchronization controller receives the position signals and synchronizes the phase or frequency of the second oscillation with the first oscillation.
Potential Applications: - Precision manufacturing equipment - Laser systems - Gyroscopes - Optical communication systems
Problems Solved: - Ensures precise synchronization between two oscillations - Improves overall system performance and accuracy
Benefits: - Enhanced precision in various applications - Improved efficiency in synchronization tasks - Increased reliability of systems
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Synchronization Technology for Precision Equipment" This technology can be used in industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, and aerospace for high-precision applications requiring synchronized oscillations.
Questions about Oscillator System: 1. How does the synchronization controller ensure accurate phase and frequency synchronization between the two oscillations?
- The synchronization controller uses the position signals from the drivers to adjust the second oscillation to match the first oscillation accurately.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this oscillator system in real-world applications?
- Some challenges may include calibration issues, environmental factors affecting oscillations, and the complexity of maintaining synchronization in dynamic conditions.
Original Abstract Submitted
An oscillator system includes an oscillator structure configured to oscillate about a first axis according to a first oscillation and oscillate about a second axis according to a second oscillation; a first driver configured to drive the first oscillation, detect first zero-crossing events of the first mirror, and generate a first position signal based on the detected first zero-crossing events; a second driver configured to drive the second oscillation, detect second zero-crossing events of the second mirror, and generate a second position signal based on the detected second zero-crossing events; and a synchronization controller configured to receive the first and the second position signals, and synchronize at least one of a phase or a frequency of the second oscillation with at least one of a phase or a frequency of the first oscillation, respectively, based on the first and the second position signals.
