Automated probe focal distance measurement system and method

Abstract

A measurement system for a focal distance measurement of an optic includes: a translation stage including a base and platform configured to translate in linear motion relative to each other in an automated manner driven by a linear actuator; a reference material disposed on the translation stage and having a surface opposite the optic to be measured; a measuring device configured to measure a gap between the surface of the reference material and a distal tip of the optic in an automated manner; a spectrometer in optical communication with the optic; and a controller configured to operate the translation stage, the measuring device, and the spectrometer and to determine a focal distance of the optic based on a spectral characteristic of a measurement spectrum and on a final gap between the surface of the reference material and the distal tip of the optic at which the spectral characteristic is determined.