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Optical Titans: BD6 vs. Germanium

Comparing BD6 and Germanium: A Clash of Optical Titans In the realm of optical materials, where light manipulation and precision engineering converge, two titans stand poised for distinction: BD6 (Black Diamond 6) and Germanium. Each material boasts unique attributes and a rich history of contributions to the world of optics. Join us as we delve […]

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What Is a Convex Lens?

Convex lenses play an essential role when it comes to optics. They have various applications, and people use them in their daily lives. However, most do not know how these items work or what they do.  So, what is a convex lens, what are the different types of lenses, and where can they be applied? […]

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Fluorescence Microscopy Part 1: Illuminating Samples for High-Resolution Imaging

Illuminating Samples Fluorescence microscopy is a powerful imaging technique widely used in various fields, especially in biomedical research, to visualize and study fluorescently labeled samples at the microscopic level. It relies on the phenomenon of fluorescence, where certain materials absorb light at a specific wavelength (excitation light) and then emit light at a longer wavelength […]

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Medical Imaging: Capabilities and Applications – OCT Part 4

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is an advanced imaging technique that has transformed medical diagnostics and research. By providing high-resolution cross-sectional images of biological tissues, OCT enables precise visualization and analysis of various structures, including blood vessels. With the advent of Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography (OCTA), which combines OCT with angiography, the imaging of blood vessels […]

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Advancements in Non-Destructive Testing: OCT – Part 3

Introduction: Non-destructive testing (NDT) plays a crucial role in various industries, enabling the evaluation and analysis of materials and structures without causing any damage. Among the various techniques used in NDT, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) has emerged as a promising technology. OCT offers numerous advantages over traditional methods such as ultrasound inspection, including higher resolution, […]

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Revolutionizing 3D Imaging in Research and Medical Diagnostics – OCT Part 2

Introduction Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) has emerged as a breakthrough technique for non-destructive three-dimensional (3D) imaging of tissue and materials. By utilizing the principles of Fourier Transform and image generation, OCT has found applications in diverse fields, including research, medical diagnostics, guided surgery, industrial processing, and non-destructive testing. This article aims to provide an in-depth […]

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How to Detect Infrared Light?

The electromagnetic spectrum is a wide range of radiation energies that come in the form of waves. We have been using these energies for years to improve our daily life. And infrared radiation is a major part of this. People might be unaware that our everyday devices use IR technology. The remote control of your […]

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Difficulties and Benefits of Optical System Design & Manufacturing

At Avantier, we use Zemax for designing, analyzing, and optimizing optical systems, such as lenses, objectives, cameras, and other optical devices.  For optical system design, Zemax helps to construct a virtual optical system by defining optical specifications, such as surface curvatures, thickness, refractive indices, etc. For ray tracing, Zemax simulates the propagation of light rays […]

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Features and Applications of IR Lenses

In order to ensure the seamless functioning of a high-performance optical system, it is essential to establish a foundation comprising suitable mechanical components that are well-maintained and accurately aligned. At Avantier, we have over 20 years of experience in opto-mechanical design. Our mechanical engineers play a key role in your projects by offering optimized and […]

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Introduction to Reverse Engineering

Reverse optical engineering, also known as reverse engineering in optics, is the process of taking an existing optical component or system, analyzing it, and replicating it to create a similar or improved product. This technique is useful when the original design is not available or when improvements need to be made to an existing product. […]

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