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Area of Science:

  • Optical metrology
  • Precision engineering

Background:

  • Subaperture stitching interferometry is crucial for high-precision surface measurements.
  • Accurate assessment of system precision is fundamental for reliable metrology results.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and present a novel method for calculating system precision in subaperture stitching tests.
  • To identify the primary factors affecting the precision of optical testing systems.

Main Methods:

  • Application of statistical theory, specifically regression analysis.
  • Analysis of the statistical characteristics of random variables within the testing system.

Main Results:

  • The proposed method effectively calculates system precision.
  • The number of sample points significantly impacts precision.
  • The inherent error of the interferometer is a critical factor influencing precision.

Conclusions:

  • The developed statistical method provides a robust approach to precision analysis in subaperture stitching.
  • Controlling the number of sample points and minimizing interferometer error are essential for optimizing system precision.