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LODTM

The document describes the Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine (LODTM), which is a high precision vertical lathe used to machine complex optical surfaces. It can machine parts that are 64 inches in diameter and 20 inches tall to an accuracy of 28 nanometers radially and 4.3 nanometers axially. The LODTM achieves this level of precision through strict temperature control of less than 0.001 degrees Fahrenheit, metrology systems with sub-nanometer resolution, and fluid-film bearings for smooth motion. Its primary application is in designing precision lenses.

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LODTM

The document describes the Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine (LODTM), which is a high precision vertical lathe used to machine complex optical surfaces. It can machine parts that are 64 inches in diameter and 20 inches tall to an accuracy of 28 nanometers radially and 4.3 nanometers axially. The LODTM achieves this level of precision through strict temperature control of less than 0.001 degrees Fahrenheit, metrology systems with sub-nanometer resolution, and fluid-film bearings for smooth motion. Its primary application is in designing precision lenses.

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San Jose State University Department of Mechanical Engineering

Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine


Presented by Vu Dao Gilbert Wong
March 20, 2003 ME 250 Precision Machine Design

Agenda

Introduction Advantages Precision Design Summary Q&A

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Introduction

LODTM

Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine High precision two axis vertical lathe Diamond cutting tool 64 in diameter, 20 in height, 3000lb Most precise vertical axis lathe currently available.

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Advantages of LODTM

Produce complex geometries Achieve high accuracy and repeatability Produce mirror finish surface

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Precision

Radial

28 nm (280) 4.3 nm (42) 280 is ~ 3500 times smaller than diameter of human hair

Surface finish

Analogy

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Metrology System

Metrology frame

Kinematically mounted to LODTM frame by three blade flexures Super Invar

Very low CTE, 0.63*10-6/C

Liquid Cooling

Double-walled panels surrounding the metrology frame Uniform temperature of 0.001F


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Motion Control

Interferometer

Resolution . 618nm Closed loop Relative measurement

Baird, 1999

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Motion Control

Baird, 1999
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Motion Control

Bearings

Fluid-film for smooth friction free motion Radial, Thrust Water cooled to prevent heat generation One for X and Z axis 25.4 m/sec machining speed

Analog Servos

Fast Tool Servo


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Cutting Motion

Donaldson, 1983
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Environmental Control

Four pneumatic isolators Acoustic vibration isolation Air Flow (External)

Uniform temperature of 0.01F

Patterson, 1987

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Summary

Highest accuracy turning machine Strict temperature control Primarily used to design precision lens

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References

Baird, E.D., Patterson, S.R, Donaldson, R.R., The Laser Interferometer System for the Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine, UCRL-ID-134693, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, 1999. Donaldson, R.R., Patterson, S., Design and Construction of A Large Vertical Axis Diamond Turning Machine, UCRL-89738, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, 1983. McCue, H., The Motion Control System for the Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine, UCRL-86438, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, 1981. Patterson, S., Inspection of the Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine, UCRL-97696, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, 1987. Hamilton, Jim., Large Optics Diamond Turning Machine, UCRLTB-147593, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, 2002.
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