Decreased vibrational susceptibility of Fabry–Perot cavities via designs of geometry and structural support

Yang Tao, Li Wen-Bo, Zang Er-Jun, Chen Li-Sheng
2007 Chinese Physics  
Ultra-stable optical cavities are widely used for laser frequency stabilization. In these experiments the laser performance relies on the length stability of the Fabry-Perot cavities. Vibration-induced deformation is one of the dominant factors that affect the stability of ultra-stable optical cavities. We have quantitatively analysed the elastic deformation of Fabry-Perot cavities with various shapes and mounting configurations. Our numerical result facilitates a novel approach for the design
more » ... f ultra-stable cavities that are insensitive to vibrational perturbations. This approach can be applied to many experiments such as laser frequency stabilization, high-precision laser spectroscopy, and optical frequency standards.
doi:10.1088/1009-1963/16/5/035 fatcat:hcgufc6euve43j2t76nm6o2hri