The diffraction limit sets the resolution of imaging optics – ignoring it leads to unrealistic expectations.
The diffraction limit sets the resolution of imaging optics – ignoring it leads to unrealistic expectations.
Confused about geometric optics vs wave optics and how they work together? This article explains what they involve and when to use which.
A Powell Lens converts Gaussian beam profiles into uniform laser lines, reducing central hot spots and enhancing intensity uniformity.
Avantier’s custom Powell lens, designed with 30 fan angles and incident spot sizes, for visible light wavelength.
Learn about optical payloads and space optical remote sensing, the heart of space missions with Avantier’s custom high-performance optics.
Laser beam expanders enlarge laser spots for varied applications, enhancing beam convergence and reducing divergence.
Key Takeaways: Telecentric lenses ensure consistent magnification and high image quality, minimizing distortion and offering a wide depth of field. They excel in precise measurements across varying distances, crucial for quality control in industries like photolithography. These lenses are pivotal for capturing detailed, clear images and detecting imperfections that conventional lenses might miss. Whether for […]
Key Takeaways: Optics in agriculture, powered by advanced sensors, revolutionize farming with real-time crop health data and precision farming techniques. Smart agriculture sensors like hyperspectral and LIDAR provide detailed insights into soil composition, plant health, and growth patterns, enabling targeted interventions for water, fertilizer, and pest management. This approach reduces chemical use, boosts efficiency, and […]
Key Takeaways: Optics for ultra lightweight space cameras requires top performance with minimal weight, which is crucial for spacecraft where every gram matters. These cameras use advanced materials like carbon fiber and titanium, ensuring durability and high-quality imaging in extreme conditions, from -50°C to 50°C. Key features include minimized mass, high-performance optics, radiation shielding, low […]
Product Highlights Infrared (IR) lenses are specialized optical elements designed for use in the infrared spectrum, beyond visible light. They gather and focus infrared radiation, enabling thermal detection and imaging. Made from materials like germanium and zinc selenide, these lenses are transparent to infrared wavelengths, suitable for applications in industry, medicine, research, and defense. IR […]