Optomechanics

A typical Porro prism binoculars design showing the arrangement of lenses in the optical train and the line of sight

Galilean binoculars

Optomechanics can refer to:

• the sub-field of physics involving the study of the interaction of electromagnetic radiation (photons) with mechanical systems via radiation pressure (also see cavity optomechanics)^[1][2] or
• the manufacture and maintenance of optical parts and devices.

This second definition includes:^[3]

• production of optomechanical parts, such as
  • mirror mounts
  • optical mounts
  • translation stages
  • rotary and kinematic stages
  • fiber aligners
  • rails
  • pedestals and posts
  • micrometers, screws and screw sets
• design and packaging of compact and rugged optical trains
• optomechanical design and integration with exterior package
• manufacture and maintenance of fiber optic materials

References

1. F. Marquardt and S.M. Girvin, "Trend: Optomechanics," Physics 2, 40 (2009), doi:10.1103/Physics.2.40
2. "Moved by Light," Science News (7 May 2011), accessed 12-18-11
3. http://www.optics.arizona.edu/optomech/references/OPTI421_References.htm