Precision optics made from infrared materials have a multitude of applications across various industries due to their unique properties and capabilities. Infrared (IR) optics refer to optical compo...
Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC’s), much like technical ceramics, have resilient mechanical and thermal properties that allow these materials to withstand harsh environments. Ceramic Matrix Composit...
Webinar On-Demand View Webinar >> Freeform optical lenses and conformal windows enable new concepts for optical system designs and allow fewer elements to be used, making the systems smaller,...
Aspheric cylindrical lenses (i.e. aspheric cylinders or acylinders) have an aspheric prescription defined on a cylindrical surface to take optical performance above and beyond that of a standard cy...
When polishing aspheres using a sub-aperture polishing tool, the most difficult errors to fix are ones located on and around the optical apex, or center of the lens. New enhancements to U Series, t...
Webinar On-Demand View Webinar >> The precision optics community is incorporating freeform optical surfaces into systems with increased frequency. Understanding the current state of the art f...
Germanium (Ge) is an IR material with physical properties that make it ideal for aerospace and defense applications, among others. Using advanced crystal growth methods, Germanium boules can be pro...
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Learn about the different manufacturing benefits OptiPro automation solutions can provide, including improved efficiency, safety, consistency, cost savings, flexibility, and data collection.
Don’t miss this key technical exhibition for researchers, engineers, product developers, and purchasers who specialize in optics...
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What is Hand Scraping? The hand scraping technique maintains the accuracy of every YASDA machine. Hand scraping is a traditional manual process used to create precision flat surfaces on machine tool components. This technique involves the use of a...
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