Abstract:

In this study, the design, fabrication and assembly stages of a computer aided servo motor controlled unique mechanical system used for the z-scan technique, which is one of the methods used to determine the nonlinear properties of optical materials and optical characterization (optical permeability) will be explained in the nonlinear optical field. This design combines different disciplines, such as basic mechanics, control systems, computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and hydraulic pneumatics, scientifically and technically. The main automation units of the system are; Siemens S71200 CPU1212 from the new generation PLC systems, Siemens S-1F6 series compatible with this system; 1FL6042-1AF61-0AA1, 0.4 kW 3-AC Servo Motor, Siemens 6SL3210-5FE10-8UA0 V-90 Servo Motor driver and various shafts, roller bearings, lightweight aluminum alloys, mechanical rails and carier integrated in these systems and stainless steel mechanical double joint coupling for reducing the workload of the servo motor. The system whose fabrication has been completed has far superior mechanical and automation properties when compared to the other systems which are used in the field of opto-mechanical manufacturing and which enable the precise measurement to be taken. CNC Lathe and CNC Milling machines and labs of our vocational school were used in all of the manufacturing stages of all the units of the system. The design, fabrication, and assembly stages of the system will be explained in depth with technical data and photographs.

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