ABSTRACT
The entry presents a study of opto-mechanical stability. It introduces basic, simplified calculations that measure the induced adhesive stress in optical assemblies and discusses ways to lower stress using new, very-low-shrink ultraviolet (UV) light curing aerobic acrylic adhesives (aerobic life-cycle assessments). It then describes the hazards of relying on glass transition points alone to assure durability. Further sections provide an overview of the adhesive types or chemistries available for optical assembly and a look at both low- and high-efficiency UV and visible curing lamps.
