@inproceedings{7f12f52f5cf047c089bad0fc865b1245,
title = "Optomechanical considerations for realistic tolerancing",
abstract = "Optical tolerancing simulation has improved so that the modeling of optomechanical accuracy can better predict as-built performance. A key refinement being proposed within this paper is monitoring formal interference fits and checking lens elements within their mechanical housings. Without proper checks, simulations may become physically unrealizable and pessimistic, thereby resulting in lower simulated yields. An improved simulation method has been defined and demonstrated in this paper with systems that do not have barrel constraints. The demonstration cases clearly show the trend of the beneficial impact with yield results, as a yield increase of 36.3% to 39.2% is garnered by one example. Considerations in simulating the realistic optomechanical system will assist in controlling cost and providing more accurate simulation results.",
keywords = "Lens design, Monte Carlo, Optical tolerancing, Optomechanical design",
author = "Eric Herman and Jos{\'e} Sasi{\'a}n and Youngworth, {Richard N.}",
year = "2013",
doi = "10.1117/12.2022804",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9780819496942",
series = "Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering",
publisher = "SPIE",
booktitle = "Optical System Alignment, Tolerancing, and Verification VII",
note = "Optical System Alignment, Tolerancing, and Verification VII ; Conference date: 25-08-2013 Through 26-08-2013",
}