Acousto-optic modulators (AOMs) are components that allow electrical control of the frequency, phase, or intensity of laser light using interactions with a piezoelectrically-driven acoustic wave inside of a crystal. Interaction of acoustic waves and light occur in optical materials when the acoustic wave generates a. An acousto-optic modulator consists of a piezoelectric transducer which creates sound waves in a material like glass or quartz. A light beam is diffracted into several orders. AOMs are commonly found in optics systems like lasers, ion traps and spectrometers. It provides an expert-curated supplier directory, buyer-focused technical background information, and structured selection criteria to support professional procurement decisions.
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