Clamp

[Matthew Barry]

Dear group,

I have a tentative design for the TE element holder. If there were a
scanner available, I would have posted this design, but due to
relocation, there is not a scanner and therefore no available design.

However, if one group member could stop by tomorrow before 3 pm or
after 6:30 pm, I can pass the prelim design on to you and also talk
about a few design requirements. I will help you design the clamp
assembly, verify the design with Andy, and you guys can fab away. The
materials will be purchased through me, so once we spec out the
design, you will be ready to build.

Also, for the 3-axis stage, could you look into Newport and Thorlabs,
as well as a few other companies to price out a stage (low cost, no
need for nm precision): here is an example:
http://www.newport.com/562-Series-ULTRAlign-Precision-XYZ-Positioning-St/140089/1033/catalog.aspx

Also, here is what a magnetic base stand should be like:
http://www.simranindustries.com/magnetic_tools_1.html

If you could get a few quotes and specs on 3-axis stages and magnetic
base stands, that would be wonderful.

If you have any questions, please email or give me a call.

Matt