Permanent magnetic means for positioning a rotatable element to

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1990-09-07

1992-08-04

Arnold, Bruce Y.

Optical: systems and elements

Deflection using a moving element

Using a periodically moving element

359213, 359225, G02B 2608

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051364140

ABSTRACT:
Permanent magnets are employed to continually urge an rotatable element, such as an oscillating, motor-driven shaft toward a preselected position. When the torque from the motor becomes minimal or is removed, the shaft is returned to a pre-selected, or rest, position. A magnet is disposed on the rotatable shaft and two additional magnets, one disposed on each side of the first magnet, constantly repel it toward a location between the two additional magnets. Such constant repelling is useful in scanners, light-choppers and the like and helps to achieve a harmonic-like motion. In a laser scanner, when the shaft is returned to its preselected position, the radiation is undeflected from a preselected axis. The magnets take the place of springs and are superior to them in precision, length of life and in ease of installation and adjustment.

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