Device for transformation of periodically pulsed electro-magnetic radiation, has acousto-optical deflector synchronized with signal source for linking sound waves to radiation such that diffractive beam transformation is performed

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The invention describes a device that uses an acousto-optical deflector to precisely manipulate pulsed electromagnetic radiation (such as light), enabling real-time control over the beam's direction or focus. The system synchronizes the generation of sound waves with the incoming radiation pulses, causing the optical beam to be diffracted or refracted as it passes through the deflector, providing dynamic beam transformation capabilities.

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• Laser scanning equipment for medical imaging or materials processing
• High-speed optical communication systems for data routing or signal encoding
• Dynamic beam steering in light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology
• Adaptive optics in telescopes or microscopes for improved imaging
• Controlled delivery of laser pulses in precision surgery or industrial cutting

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• Real-time and highly precise control of electromagnetic radiation beams
• Synchronization allows for accurate and repeatable beam manipulation
• Non-mechanical (acousto-optical) approach reduces wear and increases speed compared to moving mirrors
• Improves flexibility and adaptability of optical systems
• Enables advanced applications like dynamic beam shaping and high-speed scanning

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The device has a radiation source generating a pulsed, electro-magnetic radiation. A photo detector is used for time dissolved acquisition of radiation pulses. A triggerable signal source is coupled with the photo detector for generating sound waves with a frequency modulated control signal form. An acousto-optical deflector is synchronized with the signal source for linking of sound waves to the radiation such that refractive and/or diffractive beam transformation and/or beam deflection of the radiation is performed at the time of passage of the transit of the radiation through the deflector.