Publikationsdatum:
2014-06-06
Beschreibung:
We describe the design, construction, and initial validation of the variable-delay polarization modulator (VPM) designed for the PIPER cosmic microwave background polarimeter. The VPM modulates between linear and circular polarization by introducing a variable phase delay between orthogonal linear polarizations. Each VPM has a diameter of 39 cm and is engineered to operate in a cryogenic environment (1.5 K). We describe the mechanical design and performance of the kinematic double-blade flexure and drive mechanism along with the construction of the high precision wire grid polarizers.
Print ISSN:
0034-6748
Digitale ISSN:
1089-7623
Thema:
Elektrotechnik, Elektronik, Nachrichtentechnik
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Physik
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