A high reliability sensor system for fast steering mirror control, the KD-5100+ is the ideal choice for laser communications, satellite, and ground station applications, as well as directed energy and image stabilization systems. It retains the performance of the KD-5100 system while incorporating upgrades to the circuit layout, ground connections, and sensor connections. It also features high reliability diodes and capacitors.
Two precisely matched sensors of a measuring channel are positioned opposite each other on the back of a fast steering mirror (FSM) in two axes at 90 degrees to each other. As the FSM actuators drive the mirror about the center flexure, the mirror moves away from one sensor of an axis and toward the other sensor an equal amount. The KD-5100+ output signal is used to actively control mirror position.
At the heart of the KD-5100+ is a Mil-PRF-38534 Class H proprietary hybrid microcircuit. The system also features dual channel signal conditioner with two precisely matched sensors per channel. Designed for thermal and long-term stability, radiation tolerant, and suitable for vacuum applications, the KD-5100+ offers a small package size and low power consumption. It features isolated signal and chassis grounds and low outgassing components.
- Dual channel signal conditioner with two precisely matched sensors per channel
- High bandwidth analog system
- Heart of the system is a Mil-PRF-38534 Class H proprietary hybrid microcircuit
- Designed for thermal and long term stability
- Small package size
- Low power consumption
- Isolated signal and chassis grounds
- Suitable for vacuum applications
- Low outgassing components
- Radiation tolerant
- Increased reliability components
