Electromechanical and Optical Systems Department

The Electromechanical and Optical Systems Department is involved in programs ranging from concept design to prototype fabrication of special mechanical systems. Primary technical areas include automated electromechanical systems, miniature mechanisms, optics, electronics, special-purpose packaging, rapid prototyping and selective laser sintering, and custom and injection molding. Precision fabrication and machining facilities are available. Department personnel also have experience in microelectromechanical systems, or MEMS. Capabilities are organized into the following broad program areas:

Jim Burkes, Director

• Packaging and Rapid Prototyping
   
• Special Mechanical Systems
   
• Microelectromechanical Systems
   
• Photonic, Optical and Laser Systems

  	Department Capabilities

Other Technical Capabilities:

• Chemical and Physical Analysis
   
• Process Monitoring Technology
   
• Biometrics Technologies Program

Applied Physics
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January 24, 2012