Quick Answer
Calculate Galvo Scanner Dynamic Focus Shift Compensator for Laser Beam Focal Plane Displacement
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Result Interpretation
Galvo Scanner Dynamic Focus Shift Compensator for Laser Beam Focal Plane Displacement Calculator computes Focal plane displacement in m using the defined engineering formula and the input values provided.
Worked Example
Verified calculation
Given:
- Galvo X-axis angular deflection = 0.0174533
- Galvo Y-axis angular deflection = 0
- Scan lens focal length = 0.1
Expected Result:
- Focal plane displacement = 0
Engineering Interpretation:
Under the given input conditions, the calculated result is: Focal plane displacement = 0 m.
The actual numerical result is computed by the Runtime engine using the persisted tool definition. The values shown here come from automatically validated test cases.
Formula / Method
focal plane displacement = (scan lens focal length * pow(tan(galvo x-axis angular deflection), 2) * (1 - cos(2 * galvo y-axis angular deflection))) / 2Formula family: formula_laser_galvo_scanner_dynamic_focus_shift_compensator
Variables
| Symbol | Label | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| focal_length | Scan lens focal length | INPUT | Scan lens focal length |
| theta_x | Galvo X-axis angular deflection | INPUT | Galvo X-axis angular deflection |
| theta_y | Galvo Y-axis angular deflection | INPUT | Galvo Y-axis angular deflection |
| focal_plane_displacement | Focal plane displacement | OUTPUT | Focal plane displacement |
Calculation Steps
- Enter the scan lens focal length in m.
- Enter the galvo x-axis angular deflection in rad.
- Enter the galvo y-axis angular deflection in rad.
- Step 1: Compute focal plane displacement.
- Read the focal plane displacement (m) from the results.
Engineering Summary
Calculate Galvo Scanner Dynamic Focus Shift Compensator for Laser Beam Focal Plane Displacement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this calculator calculate?
The Galvo Scanner Dynamic Focus Shift Compensator for Laser Beam Focal Plane Displacement Calculator estimates Focal plane displacement based on the input parameters you provide
Why is scan lens focal length important in this calculation?
scan lens focal length is directly proportional to focal plane displacement. When you enter scan lens focal length in m, the calculator uses it in the engineering formula to compute the output
How should I interpret the result focal plane displacement?
The calculator outputs focal plane displacement in m. The result is computed directly from the input values using the defined engineering formula
What units should I use for the inputs?
Enter each value in the units shown next to the input field: Scan lens focal length (m), Galvo X-axis angular deflection (rad), Galvo Y-axis angular deflection (rad). Make sure all inputs use the specified units for consistent results
What assumptions does this calculator use?
This calculator uses automatically validated engineering formulas. Results are approximate and should be validated against site-specific conditions, applicable codes, and professional engineering judgment
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