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    • Optical Engineering
    • Manufacturing Technology

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    • Modern optical systems require high precision and resolution, driving demand for large-aperture mirrors.
    • Current manufacturing methods face challenges in efficiency and scalability for large optics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and evaluate a multi-robot collaborative optical manufacturing technology for large-aperture mirrors.
    • To optimize material removal rates and surface quality using the Preston equation and correlating lapping tool speed.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a three-robot collaborative system for optical mirror manufacturing.
    • Utilizing the Preston equation to model and control material removal based on lapping tool rotational speed.
    • Conducting an eight-cycle manufacturing process for a 1450 mm diameter mirror.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved a 61.96% reduction in total manufacturing time, completing the process in 52 hours.
    • Improved surface quality within the central 90% aperture: PV decreased from 80.14λ to 5.42λ and RMS from 8.19λ to 0.75λ (λ = 632.8 nm).

    Conclusions:

    • The three-robot collaborative system effectively shortens manufacturing time for large-aperture mirrors.
    • This technology offers valuable insights for advancing intelligent optical manufacturing and enhancing production capabilities.