We have developed a new non-contact profiler which can measure aspherical mirrors including freeform surfaces. One of the best features of this instrument is its very wide dynamic range of 0.01 to 100 μm, while maintaining interferometerlevel measurement precision. It utilizes Computer-Generated Holograms (CGH) for generating the arbitrary wavefront. The wide dynamic range is achieved by integrating two modes, “Interferometer Mode" and "Hartmann Mode," which can be switched by changing the internal optical path without the need to move the measurement mirror. The measurement accuracy is 0.0053 μm RMS in Interferometer Mode and 0.055 μm RMS in Hartmann Mode. The Interferometer Mode provides a measurable dynamic range from 0.0053 to 31 μm, while the Hartmann Mode extends from 0.055 to 625 μm when measuring a spherical surface of F-number 1.0.
High-resolution infrared spectroscopy is a powerful tool for atmospheric science of solar system objects. Cross-dispersed echelle spectrographs with R = 50,000−100,000, which are commonly used today, have enabled us to detect minor species and determine their mixing ratios in planetary atmospheres down to the several ppb level. To survey even smaller amounts but scientifically significant molecular species, especially isotopologues of minor molecules, another higher spectral resolution and/or sensitivity is essential. Additionally, the implementation of a long-period monitoring is also essential for atmospheric science to observe atmospheric phenomena that vary over various time scales. High-resolution spectrographs for small-aperture telescopes, where it is relatively easy to obtain observation time, are demanded. To meet such requirements, we are developing a compact R=200,000 cross-dispersed echelle spectrograph for K- and L-bands. The spectrograph is so compact (950 mm × 660 mm × 510 mm) that it can be mounted at the Cassegrain focus of 1-m class telescopes. The downsizing and high sensitivity are realized by two germanium immersion gratings manufactured by Canon Inc. (used for both the main and cross dispersers) and an all-reflective optical system made entirely of fine cordierite (CO-720 and CO-220 by KYOCERA Corporation), which is a ceramic with a very low thermal expansion coefficient. This development intends not only scientific studies but also technology demonstrations of the two technologies, which are expected to be widely used in future infrared astronomy.
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