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Shanyong Chen¹, Shengyi Li, Yifan Dai

¹School of Mechatronics Engineering and Automation, National University of Defense Technology, Deya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410073, China. shanyongchen@tom.com

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A new iterative algorithm precisely stitches subaperture interferometry data for complex surfaces. This method simplifies alignment by minimizing deviations, eliminating the need for exact prior motion knowledge.

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Area of Science:

Optical metrology
Surface metrology
Interferometry

Background:

Subaperture stitching interferometry is crucial for measuring large or complex surfaces.
Traditional methods require precise knowledge of optical system alignment and motion.
Challenges exist in accurately stitching data from multiple subapertures for general surfaces.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a novel iterative algorithm for subaperture stitching interferometry.
To enable precise surface measurements of general surfaces without exact prior alignment knowledge.
To improve the accuracy and efficiency of stitching interferometric data.

Main Methods:

Developed an iterative algorithm based on alternating optimization and successive linearization.
Utilized computer-aided-design (CAD) models to precisely define overlapping regions between subapertures.
Simultaneously stitched subapertures by minimizing inter-subaperture deviations and deviations from the nominal surface.

Main Results:

The algorithm accurately stitches subaperture data for general surfaces.
Precise prior knowledge of six degrees-of-freedom (6-DOF) nulling and alignment motion is no longer required.
Demonstrated the effectiveness of minimizing deviations for robust stitching.

Conclusions:

The novel iterative algorithm offers a more flexible and accurate approach to subaperture stitching interferometry.
This method simplifies the measurement process by removing stringent alignment requirements.
The technique is suitable for measuring general surfaces with high precision.