Wobble Welding Explained
In the dynamic landscape of industrial manufacturing, advancements in welding technologies continually push the boundaries of precision and efficiency. Among these innovations, wobble welding has become an essential technique, combining the power of industrial laser technology with scanning mirrors to redefine the possibilities of welding across various materials. In this article, we delve deep into […]
Types of Optical Designs used for Rifle Scopes
Autumn is almost here and with that, hunting season, which means you need to choose a good rifle scope. Hunting is so popular in my state that it is a non-official holiday where school is “canceled” and congress gets the day off. I’m not sure if that happens elsewhere but it is fair to say […]
Unlocking Risley Prisms Precision in Optical Steering OFH
Introduction Previous posts have explained reflective, anamorphic and dispersive prisms and their use in optical systems. Today we will explain a prism configuration called Risley Prism. A Risley prism is actually two wedge prisms close to each other that can be rotated independently. This configuration was first used in optometry to measure the misalignment of […]
Mastering Optics Production Drawings: A Comprehensive Guide to ISO 10110 Standards
Introduction Optics production drawings play a pivotal role in the manufacturing process of optical components, devices, and systems. These drawings serve as detailed blueprints that guide engineers, technicians, and manufacturers in fabricating precise and high-quality optical products. Here’s an overview of their importance: 1. Accuracy and Precision: Optics production drawings provide precise specifications, including dimensions, […]
Powering advanced optical design with liquid lenses
Liquid lenses, are a type of optical lens that have a tunable focal length by shaping a liquid electronically. These lenses can be based on voice coil actuation, or based on electrowetting technology, which involves manipulating the surface tension of a conductive liquid droplet by applying an electric field. The core component of an electrowetting-based […]
Steps for correcting chromatic aberrations in lens design
In many applications of lens design, avoiding chromatic aberrations is a key performance requirement. In this video, we review some of the causes of chromatic aberrations and methods to correct them. •All optical media have dispersion, meaning the index of refraction depends on the spectrum wavelength •The plots are not linear – they are often […]