The instant invention is concerned with method and apparatus for induced
dipole alignment of solar concentrator micro-mirrors. Novel method and
apparatus are taught for coupling to, addressing, and alignment of a
micro-optics solar concentrator system for single-axis and two-axis
tracking. Mirrored micro-balls are covered with a thin spherical shell of
lubricating liquid so that they are free to rotate in an almost
frictionless encapsulation in the sheet. Novel method and apparatus are
presented for matching the overall ball density with that of the
lubricating fluid. Broadly this invention deals with novel concepts used
for alignment in the focussing of light wherever mirrors are used for
focussing such as for solar propulsion assist, illumination and
projection of light, optical switching, etc. A particularly important
objective is the focussing of sunlight for solar power conversion and
production.