tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19092890.post2414248589134190002..comments2024-03-28T17:41:43.970+02:00Comments on Image Sensors World: Piezoelectric AF Module Durability Improved to 1.2kmVladimir Koifmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01800020176563544699noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19092890.post-81952919690081110612016-06-23T14:37:02.357+03:002016-06-23T14:37:02.357+03:00The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 2...The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 21 micron steps was based on a customer-provided use case simulating more than 3 years of expected use. With the embedded life test setup, each 21 um closed loop step takes approximately 65 ms. (Higher speed would be possible by customizing the on-board controller.) This use case is typical for our customer base - embedded optical systems for battery-powered, handheld and portable instruments<br /><br /> <br /><br />The test results showed no failure or impending failure for any unit tested. Actual mean time to failure is expected to be significantly higher.<br /><br /> <br /><br />M3-FS focus modules major features are:<br /><br />o High-resolution lens motion with excellent dynamic stability,<br /><br />o Requires no more space than a typical fixed lens mount.<br /><br />o Each module is a complete closed-loop system with embedded micro controller<br /><br />o Very low power is needed to move the lens and zero power is needed to hold the lens in any position.<br /><br />o The M3-FS lifetime specification of > 10 million steps is comprised of random steps over the whole 1.5 mm travel. <br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07124805001752797643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19092890.post-59331686378570856322016-06-23T14:36:40.132+03:002016-06-23T14:36:40.132+03:00The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 2...The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 21 micron steps was based on a customer-provided use case simulating more than 3 years of expected use. With the embedded life test setup, each 21 um closed loop step takes approximately 65 ms. (Higher speed would be possible by customizing the on-board controller.) This use case is typical for our customer base - embedded optical systems for battery-powered, handheld and portable instruments<br /><br /> <br /><br />The test results showed no failure or impending failure for any unit tested. Actual mean time to failure is expected to be significantly higher.<br /><br /> <br /><br />M3-FS focus modules major features are:<br /><br />o High-resolution lens motion with excellent dynamic stability,<br /><br />o Requires no more space than a typical fixed lens mount.<br /><br />o Each module is a complete closed-loop system with embedded micro controller<br /><br />o Very low power is needed to move the lens and zero power is needed to hold the lens in any position.<br /><br />o The M3-FS lifetime specification of > 10 million steps is comprised of random steps over the whole 1.5 mm travel. <br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07124805001752797643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19092890.post-89801410666848004852016-06-22T22:12:35.302+03:002016-06-22T22:12:35.302+03:00The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 2...The specific test referenced here of 56 million, 21 micron steps was based on a customer-provided use case simulating more than 3 years of expected use. With the embedded life test setup, each 21 um closed loop step takes approximately 65 ms. (Higher speed would be possible by customizing the on-board controller.) This use case is typical for our customer base - embedded optical systems for battery-powered, handheld and portable instruments<br /> <br />The test results showed no failure or impending failure for any unit tested. Actual mean time to failure is expected to be significantly higher.<br /> <br />M3-FS focus modules major features are:<br />o High-resolution lens motion with excellent dynamic stability,<br />o Requires no more space than a typical fixed lens mount.<br />o Each module is a complete closed-loop system with embedded micro controller<br />o Very low power is needed to move the lens and zero power is needed to hold the lens in any position.<br />o The M3-FS lifetime specification of > 10 million steps is comprised of random steps over the whole 1.5 mm travel.Lisa R. Schaertlhttp://www.newscaletech.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19092890.post-43847708267445901282016-06-13T15:11:06.937+03:002016-06-13T15:11:06.937+03:00How long does it take to slew 21 um? If it is 10ms...How long does it take to slew 21 um? If it is 10ms, then I guess that is about 7 days of continuous operation. In this case, I am underwhelmed.<br />Eric R Fossumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09740612324630105312noreply@blogger.com