Development of deformable mirrors for laser applications based on electromagnetic actuators

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Padua
Posted on: 06/02/2026 Deadline: 23/02/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/IIND-08 - Electrical Energy Engineering

Description

The Research Assignment, funded by the Department of Industrial Engineering, has as its object the development a deformable mirror for real-time optical corrections using electromagnetic actuators. This effectively compensates for wavefront distortions, ensuring greater precision and reliability than solutions based on piezoelectric or MEMS actuators. Specifically, electromagnetic actuators offer a wider mechanical stroke, higher density, and superior actuation force, key elements for dynamic and accurate correction. The mirror will be designed with an innovative optomechanical structure divided into two independent subassemblies, facilitating the replacement of the reflective membrane.

Compensation

28,000 Euro

Job posting website

https://www.dii.unipd.it/news

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

24.0

Funding body

Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale - Università degli Studi di Padova

Selection process

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