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Optical frequency distribution with full compensation of induced phase noise
Pravdová, Lenka ; Čížek, Martin ; Hrabina, Jan
In applications demanding high optical frequency stability, two or more reference stages are usually necessary to ensure the laser source's short-term and long-term stability. The short-term stability can be obtained by locking the laser to a high-finesse optical cavity, while the long-term stability can be formed by, for example, a hydrogen maser referenced by a synchronisation signal from a GPS receiver. During the distribution of stable optical frequencies to the target applications, the transmitted signal is affected by the interfering effects of the surrounding environment. This is especially evident in optical fibre transfers, where acoustic interference, vibrations and environmental temperature changes cause induced phase noise. This work describes the distribution network of stable optical frequencies between individual frequency references within the ISI CAS laboratories. The key parts of the setup are realised by free-space optics, and all of the optical links are fully compensated to induced phase noise effects.
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Cathodoluminescence imaging of carotenoids in biological specimens using cryo-scanning electron microscopy using a functional sample of CRYTUR cathodoluminescence detector
Vancová, Marie ; Krzyžánek, Vladislav ; Skoupý, Radim ; Horodyský, P.
Here, we report for the first time the cathodoluminescence properties of carotenoids present in different biological specimens (Diplonemidae spp, carrot root, Arabidopsis embryos, algae Vischeria sp., unicellular pigmented yeast Rhodontorula, hen´s egg yolk) using cryo-SEM. The presence of carotenoids was proven by Raman spectroscopy.
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Optical cavity for ultra-narrow linewidth laser system
Pravdová, Lenka ; Hrabina, Jan ; Čížek, Martin ; Číp, Ondřej ; Procháska, František ; Beneš, Jiří
We designed an optical resonator cavity for narrowing standard commercial laser to sub-Hz linewidth. The optical Fabry Perot resonator is designed hemispherical with all components from ULE material and zero crossing temperature at 33°C. The support Zerodur shelf is isolated from the resonator by two Viton O-rings. The resonator is located in an Aluminium chamber with direct temperature stabilization. 2nd temperature stabilisation is provided by 4 Peltier modules enabling heat exchange between the copper jacket and the assembly surroundings. The stainless-steel jacket has passive isolation and protective function.
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Stabilization for optical receiver
Kolka, Z. ; Barcík, P. ; Novotný, Jan ; Biolková, V.
Free-Space Optics (FSO) is a wireless optical technology for line-of-sight communications. The front of the receiving optical fiber is located at the focus of the telescope. The relatively small diameter of the core puts extreme demands on receiver pointing under atmospheric turbulences and mounting bracket vibrations. To ensure stability, the beam is stabilized by a fine positioning system. A detection unit evaluates the position of the centre of the laser spot using photodiodes and compensates for deviations by changing the mirror angle.
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Novel embedding resins for 3D-SEM II
Šlouf, Miroslav ; Pavlova, Ewa ; Strachota, Beata ; Strachota, Adam ; Nebesářová, Jana ; Týč, Jiří ; Krzyžánek, Vladislav ; Skoupý, Radim
Research report for Thermo Fisher Scientific s. r. o., based on common project awarded by TA CR (program: National center of competence, TN01000008).
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Automation of metallographic sample cleaning process
Čermák, Jan ; Ambrož, Ondřej ; Jozefovič, Patrik ; Mikmeková, Šárka
Specimen cleaning and drying are critical processes following any metallographic preparation steps. The paper focuses on automation by reason of absence of the process repeatability during manual sample handling. An etchant or electrolyte results in inhomogeneous surface quality because the solution runs off the specimen surface during its removal from the beaker. High-quality specimen cleaning is absolutely crucial for the acquisition of the specimen suitable for characterization by a scanning electron microscope operated at very low landing energies of the primary electrons (SLEEM). The SLEEM technique is a powerful tool for the characterization of advanced steels, as described by many scientific papers. The SLEEM requires the specimen absolutely free of water and any organic residues on the surface. This work presents a novel unique apparatus enabling automatic specimen cleaning and drying after the etching or electropolishing processes. Automation reduces the influence of dependent variables that would be introduced into the process by the metallographer. These variables include cleaning time, kinematics, and motion dynamics, but the process can also be affected by variables that are not obvious. Performed experiments clearly demonstrate our in-house designed apparatus as a useful tool improving efficiency and consistency of the sample cleaning process. The high quality of the specimen surface is verified using a light optical microscope, an electron scanning microscope, and above mentioned SLEEM technique.
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