Micro Optic Systems
For focus, zoom, stabilization, aperture control and more:
New Scale's motion systems deliver faster, higher-precision motion
in micro optic systems. They also reduce power use, and enable the use of smaller lenses
and other components to
reduce system size and weight.
We create M3 modules and custom motion systems for micro imaging
applications ranging from consumer digital cameras to medical and
industrial endoscopes.
M3-F Customizable Focus Module
Our M3-F
customizable focus modules add precision focus to OEM cameras.
You provide a 3.3V supply and high-level input via standard serial
interface. The module is customized to fit your lens (from M6 to M12)
and provides millimeters of lens motion. Modules measure 20 x 22 x
16 mm and
mount on the OEM board camera PCB.
Each closed-loop motion module incorporates a piezoelectric micro
motor, a high-resolution position sensor (which, unlike optical
encoders, does not require a light source or external zero reference
sensor), a motor drive ASIC
and a microprocessor.
Learn more:
Reference Design: Micro Zoom Module
Our micro zoom module reference design demonstrates 0.5 µm
resolution in a thin 6.5 mm module. It offers 4 mm optical zoom stroke (customizable to 30 mm).
It incorporates two
SQL-RV-1.8-6
SQUIGGLE motors and two TRACKER
NSE-5310 (chip-on-board) position
sensors. The magnetic position sensor means that no light source is
needed for the sensor. It provides absolute position sensing (with external flash memory) - no
zero reference sensor is needed. The module is driven by New
Scale's NSD series piezo motor drive ASIC.
Learn more:
Other Mobile Applications
SQUIGGLE motor technologies are being applied to optical image stabilization (OIS), shutter control
and aperture control.
These technologies are also promising for use in other
miniature mobile products, such as adding motorized focus to the
next generation of
pico projectors or for use in augmented reality applications
(near eye micro displays, retina trackers, monocular depth pointing).
In addition, New Scale is also developing an
ultra-thin autofocus (UTAF) actuator
for use in mobile phone cameras and other thin-profile devices.
