Key Takeaways Advanced wavefront sensors play a critical role in high-precision optical metrology across industries like ophthalmology, astronomy, and semiconductor inspection. These systems rely on sophisticated optical design for wavefront sensor configurations, particularly through the use of custom optics such as microlens arrays, coatings, and detectors. In this article, we explore how custom optics in […]
Key Takeaways This article details optical system design for wide spectrum star trackers, vital for spacecraft attitude determination. It covers reflective, catadioptric, and transmissive types, highlighting their benefits for space applications. A compact, athermalized f/2.8 star tracker lens design example for 450-1000nm is presented, optimized for 2048×2048 sensors, ensuring stable, high-performance star identification across extreme […]
The Ritchey Chrétien (RC) telescope is a highly specialized variant of the Cassegrain reflector telescope, designed to deliver superior optical precision and clarity. Its advanced design minimizes optical aberrations, making it a preferred choice for both space-based and ground-based astronomy.
Freeform optics are custom-designed optical components with irregular surface shapes, enabling precise light manipulation. Unlike traditional symmetric optical components, freeform optics offer unique advantages, such as compactness, weight reduction, enhanced performance, and tailored functionality.
Augmented reality (AR) glasses are advanced devices that integrate waveguide technology to seamlessly blend real-world visuals with computer-generated information, such as images, sounds, and videos.
Optical design refers to the design process of optical components and optical systems using optical principles and technologies. Optical design has a long history, and in recent years, due to the development of design software, optical design work has become simpler and more practical.
The advantage of optical domes is protecting custom domes and optical components from underwater pressure.
Micro prisms are designed with precision to handle specific wavelengths and coatings, optimizing performance in any optical system.
The Ritchey Chrétien telescope, a reflecting telescope in the Cassegrain system, reduces spherical aberration and coma for clearer viewing.
Flow cytometry relies on optimizing SNR to enhance the clarity of signals from cells using lasers and flow cytometer optics.
