Inventors:
Walid A. Atia - Lexington MA
Steven D. Conover - Chelmsford MA
Eric E. Fitch - Medford MA
Sean P. OConnor - Wollaston MA
Randal A. Murdza - North Andover MA
Assignee:
Axsun Technologies, Inc. - Billerica MA
International Classification:
B23Q 1700
US Classification:
2940704, 2940705, 2940709, 29445, 29840, 22818022, 228155
Abstract:
A process for assembling micro-optical systems, such as optoelectronic and/or fiber optic components uses solder self-alignment to achieve a coarse, passive alignment of optical components relative to the optical bench. The fine, final alignment is performed using plastic deformation of the optical components to thereby improve the alignment of the optical components. As a result, the sub-micrometer alignment accuracies are attainable, if required.