Model-based design method of two-axis four-actuator fast steering mirror system

Abstract

This work was focused on the model-based design method of two-axis four-actuator (TAFA) fast steering mirror system (FSM), in order to improve the design efficiency. The structure and operation principle commonality of normal TAFA FSM were investigated. Based on the structure and the commonality, the conditions of single-axis idea, high-frequency resonance and coupling were modeled gradually. Combining these models, a holonomic system model was established to reflect and predict the performance of TAFA FSM. A model-based design method was proposed based on the holonomic system model. The design flow and design concept of the method were described. In accordance with the method, a TAFA FSM was designed. Simulations and experiments of the FSM were done, and the results of them were compared. The compared results indicate that the holonomic system model can well reflect and predict the performance of TAFA FSM. The bandwidth of TAFA FSM is more than 250 Hz; adjust time is less than 15 ms; overshoot is less than 8%; position accuracy is better than 10 μrad; the FSM prototype can satisfy the requirements.

Keywords

fast steering mirror system / model-based design / dynamic modeling

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