Cambridge, MA--Boston Micromachines Corporation (BMC), a provider of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS)-based deformable mirror (DM) products for adaptive optics systems, signed a consulting agreement with Bridger Photonics (Bozeman, MT) to quantitatively assess a new MEMS membrane deformable mirror design using Boston Micromachines' facilities.
"We recognized that Boston Micromachines is a world leader in deformable MEMS membranes. The two companies' technologies complement one another very well, so the fit is natural," said Peter Roos, president and CEO at Bridger Photonics. "We are excited to capitalize on BMC's proven expertise and knowledge in the field of deformable mirrors."
Bridger Photonics was awarded a Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the National Science Foundation to develop a commercial prototype of an aberration compensated focus control device. This device, based on MEMS technology, will allow the user to deflect a deformable membrane mirror in a controlled manner in order to select a desired focal length. The device also features active control of low-order aberrations. This technology will enable the next generation of biomedical imaging devices for microscopy applications by enabling focus control and aberration correction in a simple, compact and low-cost sensor.
"Progress in deformable mirror technology has inspired innovative researchers to make advances in fields such as astronomy, microscopy, retinal imaging, and laser communication," said Paul Bierden, president and CEO at Boston Micromachines. "We are pleased to provide our extensive DM technology knowledge to Bridger Photonics to support its effort to expand the role of MEMS DM technology in wavefront correction for scientific advancement."
SOURCE: Boston Micromachines; www.bostonmicromachines.com/news_press_bridger.htm
