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24 August 2005 Optical modeling of finite element surface displacements using commercial software
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The accuracy of optical modeling techniques to represent finite element derived surface displacements is evaluated using commercial software tools. Optical modeling methods compared include the Zernike polynomial surface definition, surface interferogram files, and uniform arrays of data in representing rigid-body and elastic surface errors. Methods to create surface normal displacements and sag displacements from FEA displacement data are compared. Optical performance evaluations are performed as a function of surface curvature (f/#). Advantages and disadvantages of each approach are discussed.
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Keith B. Doyle, Victor L. Genberg, Gregory J. Michels, and Gary R. Bisson "Optical modeling of finite element surface displacements using commercial software", Proc. SPIE 5867, Optical Modeling and Performance Predictions II, 58670I (24 August 2005); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.615336
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KEYWORDS
Finite element methods

Zemax

Zernike polynomials

Data modeling

Monochromatic aberrations

Optical components

Thermography

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