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Generation and Coherent Control of Pulsed Quantum Frequency Combs

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A low-cost shutter driver and arbitrary waveform generator for optical switching using a programmable system-on-chip

J M Craven¹, E Meeks¹, G Delich¹

¹Department of Physics, California State University, Chico, California 95929, USA.

The Review of Scientific Instruments

|December 3, 2022

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We created a low-cost, programmable shutter driver with arbitrary waveform generation for precise optical control. This system-on-chip device offers flexible integration for various scientific imaging and laser applications.

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Area of Science:

Optics and Photonics
Instrumentation
Electrical Engineering

Background:

Precise control of optical components is crucial in scientific research and imaging.
Existing solutions for optical switching and control can be expensive or lack flexibility.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a low-cost, versatile mechanical shutter driver with integrated arbitrary waveform generation.
To provide a customizable solution for optical switching and control in diverse applications.

Main Methods:

Development of a microcontroller-based system-on-chip device with configurable digital and analog blocks.
Utilizing free software for easy programming and customization.
Integration of arbitrary timing control for additional outputs.

Main Results:

A functional low-cost mechanical shutter driver with arbitrary waveform generation capabilities was successfully developed.
The device demonstrated flexibility in controlling various optical components like shutters, acousto-optical modulators, and camera triggers.
Seamless integration with existing computer control and data acquisition systems was achieved.

Conclusions:

The developed shutter driver offers a cost-effective and highly customizable solution for optical control.
Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications in laser-based experiments and imaging.
The device enhances hardware capabilities for advanced scientific data acquisition and control systems.