Key Takeaways Total Internal Reflection (TIR) is a physics phenomenon where light transitions from a denser to a less dense medium, causing it to reflect back into the denser medium at a specific angle called the critical angle. This occurs when the angle of incidence exceeds the critical angle, resulting in total internal reflection rather […]
Read moreKey Takeaways: Flow cytometry is a method for studying cells using fluorescent tagging and optical analysis as they flow past a laser. Improving the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is essential in flow cytometry for reducing background noise and enhancing relevant cell signals, achieved through optimizing optical components. Laser performance directly affects SNR, with stable output power […]
Read moreKey Takeaways: Spherical mirrors come in two types – concave and convex, with distinct curvatures that affect how light rays behave. Understanding terms like center of curvature, pole, and focal length is crucial for grasping the behavior of spherical mirrors. The mirror equation simplifies how images are formed, making it easier to understand and apply […]
Read moreKey Takeaways: Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) use photons instead of electrons for faster and more efficient data processing. PICs find applications in various fields including communication, biosensing, and quantum computing, promising significant advancements in these areas. While PICs offer advantages, challenges like higher costs and limited availability still exist, yet ongoing development could lead to […]
Read moreKey Takeaways FLIM Advances Diagnostics: FLIM offers precise views of living cells and proteins, aiding diagnoses and enhancing understanding of diseases like cancer. TCSPC Measures Fluorescence Lifetimes: TCSPC captures differences in fluorescence lifetime, enabling picosecond-level measurements crucial for medical imaging. FRET Enhances Protein Studies: FRET microscopy, combined with FLIM, provides detailed insights into protein interactions, […]
Read moreProduct Highlights: Aspheric lenses correct spherical aberration, improving image quality. They feature varying curvature, unlike spherical lenses and spherical elements enhancing, enhancing precision. Manufacturing methods include precision glass molding, precision polishing, and diamond turning, each with unique benefits and limitations. Material selection depends on application needs and manufacturing process compatibility. Avantier offers comprehensive custom […]
Read moreKey Takeaways Achromatic lenses, or achromats, correct chromatic aberration in optical systems by aligning specific wavelengths. Comprising two or more elements, typically red and blue, these lenses improve image quality in applications like cameras and microscopes. While effective, achromatic lenses may have limitations, such as residual chromatic aberration and complex manufacturing processes, […]
Read moreKey Takeaways The project focuses on microlens arrays, which arrange multiple lenses on a substrate for precise light control in applications like lighting, imaging, and photonics. The substrate’s material flexibility and strategic lens arrangement enable versatility. This initiative targets UV, VIS, and NIR video imaging cameras with broad wavelength coverage. Avantier excels in […]
Read moreKey Takeaways Aspheric lenses possess a variable radius of curvature, allowing for a gradual change in shape that corrects optical aberrations effectively. Aspheric lenses provide superior aberration control, enabling optical designers to use fewer elements, simplifying assembly and reducing system size and weight. Recent advancements in grinding and polishing techniques, particularly for […]
Read moreKey Takeaways Avantier manufactures a two-aspheric cemented lens by combining two aspheric lenses, which corrects aberrations and enhances optical performance. Specifically designed for innovative eyepieces in ophthalmic examinations, these lenses excel in minimizing distortions to improve image quality and clarity, making them suitable for various fields. The project focused on achieving high […]
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