The Ultimate Benefits of Multiphysics Design You Need to Know
Multiphysics simulations are a fundamental part of our optical design process in Zemax. We use these simulations to evaluate optical performance, whether in terms of aberrations for imaging systems or power efficiency for non-imaging systems. The Importance of Multiphysics Simulations in Optical Design There are situations however in which a purely optical simulation is not […]
How Aspheric and Freeform lenses work
A key aspect of an optical product development is the creation of a quality optical system design optimized to reduce aberrations and system cost. In an attempt to reach a balance between cost and performance, optical designers have created lenses with different shapes that help reduce aberrations. Traditionally, optical elements have radial symmetry: they are […]
Top 12 Resources for Mastering Lens Design: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Lens design is undeniably a complex and challenging field of study, characterized by its intricate blend of physics, mathematics, and engineering principles. Becoming a truly proficient lens designer isn’t merely a matter of acquiring theoretical knowledge; it necessitates years of hands-on practical experience and a keen understanding of how to apply theoretical concepts to […]
Mastering Relay Lens Design: Enhancing Optical Systems | OFH
Introduction Optical relays, an integral component of various optical systems, play a crucial role when the user’s proximity to the observed object is limited or when specific image transformations are required. A prevalent example of this is found in relay lenses, often employed in scenarios where physical closeness to the object is impractical, as seen […]
Projection Lens Design
Projection systems are one of the most common consumer optical devices (probably second to photographic systems). They allow us to view images on a screen (usually) by magnifying and projecting them at distances from a few centimeters to several meters away (like in a movie theater), while maintaining a high quality image. Projection systems are […]
Understanding RMS Wavefront Error: An In-Depth Exploration | OFH
Introduction to RMS Wavefront Error As mentioned in several articles in this blog, aberrations are of great relevance when designing an optical system. The objective being to design a system that creates a “good image”. However, there are different metrics to evaluate what is a “good image”. Most of the time, a customer won’t express […]