Optical sensor mount

A mounting system for optical sensors was designed with main focus on accuracy and stiffness. With extensive use of carbon fiber composite and Alloy 36 (trademark Invar 36) the system is optimized to retain accuracy over a wide temperature range. 

I the cases where the requirements means that stainless steel is necessary, a duplex stainless steel with low coefficient of thermal expansion (compared to austenitic stainless steel) is used. 

The carbon fiber structure, adhesive joints etc. has all been detailed analyzed using FEM tools and designed accordingly. 

TPU has experience with most types of carbon fiber manufacturing methods, and are aware of design limitations and other considerations for among others: 

• Prepreg hand layup 

• Filament winding 

• Dry hand layup with resin infusion