• 한국광학회지
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• 제14권4호
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• pp.443-448
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• 2003

인공위성 카메라에 장착되는 반사경의 경량화 설계를 위해 최적설계법을 적용하였다. 최적설계 과정에서 목적함수로는 카메라가 탑재된 인공위성의 발사비용을 줄이기 위해 반사경의 무게를 최소화하는 것으로 설정하였다. 반사경의 자중에 의한 변형(피크-밸리값) 및 고유진동수의 크기를 제한조건으로 두었다. 최적화 프로그램은 DOT(Design Optimization Tools)를 이용하여 유한차분법으로 설계변수에 따른 목적함수와 제한조건의 민감도를 구하였고 구성한 최적설계 프로그램의 검증을 위해 검증예제를 다루었다. 또한 최적설계로 부터 얻은 결과값으로 부터 반사경의 유한요소모델을 구성하고 유한요소해석 및 광학적 물성치 해석프로그램을 연계한 통합프로그램을 통하여 최적설계 결과 검증을 수행하였다. 최종적으로 위의 최적설계 프로그램을 이용하여 유효직경이 600mm인 반사경을 설계하였다.

• Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences
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• 제29권1호
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• pp.79-84
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• 2012

After a visit by Peter Waddell from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK in 1991, Robert H. Koch launched a program at the University of Pennsylvania to build lightweight pneumatic membrane mirrors, initially for balloon flight observations where weight is at a premium. Mirror cells were fabricated from sizes 0.18 m to 1.77 m, and experiments conducted to characterize the mirror figure and stability. Most of the work stopped after Prof. Koch's retirement in 1996 until 2006 when the authors expressed an interest in building an array of medium-aperture portable telescopes. The program restarted in earnest at Gravic, Inc. in Malvern, PA in 2008 with Koch using his extensive observational astronomy experience to guide the fabrication of a fully operational 1.07 m membrane mirror telescope with an optical tube assembly weighing under 45 Kg. Residual wavefront aberrations remediation resulted in Koch and the authors investigating membrane tensioning techniques with different cell designs, active secondary wavefront correction, photometric algorithms for aberrated images, and the use of additional lightweight mirror substrates from the Alt-Az Initiative Group, such as foamed glass. The best result for the lightweight mirrors was a point spread function spot size of several arc seconds. A lightweight 1.6 m cast aluminum cell alt-az telescope was subsequently designed by Koch and the authors for prime focus use.

• 한국광학회지
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• 제21권5호
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• pp.214-223
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• 2010

30 cm 급 항공용 반사 망원경계에서 외부 환경 및 내부 진동에 의해 발생하는 주 반사경의 광학적인 성능 저하를 최소화하기 위하여 주 반사경의 광기계 설계를 수행 하였다. 플렉셔를 포함한 주 반사경의 해석을 위한 경계조건으로는 광학면의 수직과 수평 방향의 중력에 의한 변형과 온도 변화 ${\pm}1^{\circ}C$에 의한 열 변형을 고려하였다. 반사경의 기계적인 변형은 NX 5 I-DEAS를 사용하여 해석 하였다. 최적화된 경량화 반사경과 플렉셔의 중력에 의한 광학면의 형상 변형은 RMS surface error 16 nm 이하로 초기 설계 목표값을 만족하였다. 온도 변화 ${\pm}1^{\circ}C$에 의한 광학면의 형상 변형과 assembly load에 의한 광학면의 형상 변형은 매우 작은 값으로 주 반사경의 변형에 영향을 주지 않음을 확인하였다.

• 한국우주과학회:학술대회논문집(한국우주과학회보)
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• 한국우주과학회 2005년도 한국우주과학회보 제14권2호
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• pp.149-152
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• 2005

High-resolution telescope from space comprises electro-optical imagery with a ground resolution tying within the range of 1 to 5 meters. According to information documented in the literature up to now, most primary mirrors verified and flown in optical space missions have been lightweighted made from Zerodur, ULE, beryllium, SiC or aluminium. A trade off study was performed to determine as a &lightweighted& by factors like backside cell pattern, rib thickness, face thickness, mirror fixation device location and material and so on based on structural performance for primary mirror in submeter class spaceborne telescope.

• Current Optics and Photonics
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• 제6권1호
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• pp.60-68
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• 2022

We report on the design of the secondary and the tertiary mirrors used in lightweight assemblies made entirely of silicon carbide (SiC). The essential design points are weight reduction within the acceptable deformation of the mirror surface by gravity release, temperature change, and vibration during or after space launch. To find a design that achieves the target requirements, we established finite element models for various candidate designs and subjected each one to wave front error analyses along gravity directions and in operation temperatures. We also calculated the natural frequencies of the candidate assemblies. Our study suggested that a triangular cell with bipod flexure support can satisfy the target weight within the requirements.

• 한국정밀공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국정밀공학회 2013년도 춘계학술대회 논문집
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• pp.923-924
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• 2013

• 천문학회지
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• 제55권1호
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• pp.11-22
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• 2022

We introduce the Transformable Reflective Telescope (TRT) kit that applies an aluminum profile as a base plate for precise, stable, and lightweight optical system. It has been utilized for optical surface measurements, developing alignment and baffle systems, observing celestial objects, and various educational purposes through Research & Education projects. We upgraded the TRT kit using the aluminum profile and truss and isogrid structures for a high-end optical test device that can be used for prototyping of precision telescopes or satellite optical systems. Thanks to the substantial aluminum profile and lightweight design, mechanical deformation by self-weight is reduced to maximum 67.5 ㎛, which is an acceptable misalignment error compared to its tolerance limits. From the analysis results of non-linear vibration simulations, we have verified that the kit survives in harsh vibration environments. The primary mirror and secondary mirror modules are precisely aligned within 50 ㎛ positioning error using the high accuracy surface finished aluminum profile and optomechanical parts. The cross laser module helps to align the secondary mirror to fine-tune the optical system. The TRT kit with the precision aluminum mirror guarantees high quality optical performance of 5.53 ㎛ Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM) at the field center.

• Current Optics and Photonics
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• 제6권3호
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• pp.236-243
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• 2022

Monocrystalline silicon has excellent properties, but it is difficult to design and manufacture silicon-based mirrors that can meet engineering applications because of its hard and brittle properties. This paper used monocrystalline silicon as the main mirror material in an imaging system to carry out a feasibility study. The lightweight design of the mirror is completed by the method of center support and edge cutting. The support structure of the mirror was designed to meet the conditions of wide temperature applications. Isight software was used to optimize the feasibility sample, and the optimized results are that the root mean square error of the mirror surface is 3.6 nm, the rigid body displacement of the mirror is 2.1 ㎛, and the angular displacement is 2.5" under the conditions of a temperature of ∆20 ℃ and a gravity load of 1 g. The optimized result show that the silicon-based mirror developed in this paper can meet the requirements of engineering applications. This research on silicon-based mirrors can provide guidance for the application of other silicon-based mirrors.

• 한국우주과학회:학술대회논문집(한국우주과학회보)
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• 한국우주과학회 2005년도 한국우주과학회보 제14권2호
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• pp.72-72
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• 2005

• 한국광학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국광학회 2009년도 동계학술발표회 논문집
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• pp.407-408
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• 2009