
Richard Cunningham enhanced device control reliability in the DiamondLightSource/dodal repository by implementing an idle-state wait mechanism for the BimorphMirror hardware. After setting target voltages, the device now waits for an IDLE status before proceeding, reducing operational risk and improving deterministic behavior. Richard updated the asynchronous Python control logic and corresponding EPICS-based tests to ensure the new waiting behavior is accurately reflected, preventing premature state transitions. This work deepened the robustness of the hardware control loop and improved overall uptime. The focused enhancement demonstrates careful attention to device safety and reliability, leveraging asynchronous programming and thorough testing practices throughout development.
January 2025 monthly summary for DiamondLightSource/dodal: Implemented reliability-focused enhancement for BimorphMirror device control by introducing an idle-state wait after setting target voltages, improving deterministic operation and safety. Updated tests to reflect the new waiting behavior to prevent premature transitions. Commit a29f3af8136fb2ada534d896770fdd67413da822 documents this change (Bimorph mirrors (#974)). Overall, delivered a more robust hardware control loop, reducing operational risk and improving uptime.
January 2025 monthly summary for DiamondLightSource/dodal: Implemented reliability-focused enhancement for BimorphMirror device control by introducing an idle-state wait after setting target voltages, improving deterministic operation and safety. Updated tests to reflect the new waiting behavior to prevent premature transitions. Commit a29f3af8136fb2ada534d896770fdd67413da822 documents this change (Bimorph mirrors (#974)). Overall, delivered a more robust hardware control loop, reducing operational risk and improving uptime.

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