Description

Create a complete model of FINCH Eye Build II (with space-ready components) in Zemax that can be used for component sourcing, optomechanical tolerancing, and more.

Rough Timeline

Task Deadline Status Assignee Notes
Model foreoptic March 30, 2024 ? Stephanie blackbox from Navitar??? need to model in NSI
Model slit April 6, 2024 In Progress Samuel + Haoze NSI
Model relay lenses - Complete Max blackbox from Edmund Optics
Model VPH grism March 30, 2024 In Progress Jenny NSI
Model FLIR Tau detector March 30, 2024 In Progress Haoze still requires a lot of research
Integrate optical components into one complete payload April 6, 2024 In Progress Samuel
Conduct MTF analysis on payload May 4, 2024 Next Up
Create spot diagram for payload May 4, 2024 Next Up
Conduct SNR Analysis in Zemax May 18, 2024 Next Up
Conduct image simulation for payload May 18, 2024 Next Up
Conduct thermal analysis on payload June 1, 2024 Next Up Madina (maybe) precursor to STOP analysis
Conduct stray light analysis on payload June 1, 2024 Next Up can this also be done on a component-level?