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Leveraging Voice Coil Actuators in Fast-Steering Mirror Applications

Sept. 25, 2024
Fast-steering mirrors have tremendous utility in a variety of sectors, including military/defense. Motion control is a critical function of these assemblies, critical needs for responsiveness, accurate positioning, and limited or no cogging.

Available in a variety of design configurations, voice coil actuators provide the precise, reliable motor control needed – with smooth acceleration and almost zero hysteresis. The limit for accuracy in the system is governed only by the position sensor designed into it.

There are a variety of voice coil actuator design options which can effectively manage a fast-steering mirror application – whether for targeting lasers, space applications, and more. This whitepaper helps engineers evaluate VCA options to implement the ideal solution for their finished piece.

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