Indepth Review of Zemax Optical Models of the Human Eye
The human eye is a complex optical system that is a bit different for every person and even the same person as they age. This creates challenges for optical engineers trying to simulate and analyze the eye’s performance under different conditions. This blog post delves into the findings from recent analyses of different optical models […]
9 creatures with amazing ‘optical systems’
More optics links we hope will spark your curiosity. Today’s batch, 9 amazing creatures and their incredible optical systems. Need help? Click here to learn more about our custom optical engineering services. Amazing creatures with remarkable optical systems 1. Cuttlefish Here’s a question nobody asks: What’s it like to be a cuttlefish? Answer: Indescribably Groovy. […]
The future of mobile optics, Apple patent filings
In recent years, a key differentiator among the competing smart phone manufacturers has been their cameras. A quick look at the marketing for the Apple iphone, Samsung Galaxy, LG, Nokia, and HTC smart phones demonstrates how important outstanding camera performance has become to phone vendors. Consumers expect high quality high resolution cameras for both the […]
Lens attachments for smartphone cameras
In the past several years, smartphone cameras have taken a big step forward. The image quality of the best iPhone, Samsung, and HTC cameras is equivalent to low-priced Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and Sony DSLR cameras. Many prefer taking photos with smartphones due to their convenience, compact size, network connection, and huge array of applications. Smartphone […]
Simple optical device for defect detection
In industrial applications (including automotive and aviation), small manufacturing defects can lead to expensive or catastrophic failures. Manufacturers rely on human inspection or costly and complex optical systems hardware to detect such defects. Recent advances in camera processing and software development have created the potential for lower cost and more flexible inspection systems. This post […]
Super Cool Optics Startups: Latest Updates and New Additions
Our original Super Cool Optics Startups list’s popularity prompted an update to include six more we wanted to share with you. Exciting New Additions to the Super Cool Optics Startups List Organic Robotics Their stretchable smart fabrics deliver optically based accurate motion capture and pressure sensing at the speed of light with practical uses in […]