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Specialised Imaging reports how several leading research groups are using an optimized version of its SIM Framing Camera to make ultra-fast UV measurements of challenging transient processes. Incorporating an UV optical module and UV intensified CCD enables the SIM camera to optimally operate in the 200-600nm spectral range and capture high quality Read More

Optical Surfaces Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of top-quality toroidal mirrors for spectroscopic and imaging applications. Toroidal mirrors are aspheric mirrors where the curvature of orthogonal horizontal and vertical axes is different. For optical products where a small, focused spot is needed, toroidal mirrors combine focusing and beam folding Read More

Resolve Optics announce a new addition to its standard range of fixed focus non browning lenses which consists of 6mm, 9mm, and 25mm focal length models. Optimized for use with 2/3-inch format radiation tolerant sensors, the new 16mm f/2.8, Model 414 fixed focus non browning lens delivers high image resolution and minimal geometric distortion from Read More

SI Sensors reports progress on designing a next generation image sensor that enables high-speed artificial intelligence (AI) processing within the sensor unit, on top of image processing. Traditionally image sensor design has primarily focused on capturing high-quality images and transmitting raw data to central processing units for analysis. Howe Read More

Optical Surfaces Ltd. is a leading producer of high precision mirrors and windows for Schlieren imaging applications in the Aerospace industry. Supersonic wind tunnels are commonly used by engineers to test and improve the aerodynamic performance of aircraft designs and engine components. During a test, the aircraft model is placed in the test sec Read More

Resolve Optics has written a white paper which discusses the key considerations when selecting a lens to get optimum performance from your camera or sensor. The ability of a lens to resolve detail is not only determined by its quality but also is ultimately limited by diffraction. It is commonly thought that the resolution of a lens should match o Read More

Resolve Optics is a leading supplier of application optimized relay lenses that improve the efficiency of image intensifiers. An image intensifier is a device for increasing the intensity of available light in an optical system to allow use under low-light conditions, to facilitate visual imaging of low-light processes, to convert non-visible to Read More

Using proprietary production techniques, and benefiting from an ultra-stable production facility, Optical Surfaces Ltd has established itself as a leading supplier of fast focusing on-axis parabolic mirrors for high power laser experiments. Inherently on-axis parabolic mirrors allow a higher f-number (<0.7) to be achieved than off-axis designs the Read More

Specialised Imaging reports how US researchers** used its Kirana ultra-high speed video camera to investigate the effects of liquid and solid impacts on hypersonic aerospace bodies. When an object moves through the atmosphere at hypervelocity, it can get damaged by dust particles or water droplets suspended in that atmosphere. Simply firing dust Read More

Optical Surfaces Ltd has developed a new approach, using a series of pre-aligned beam collimator sub-assemblies, for Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) testing of large diameter military optical systems. MTF is a technique, trusted by optical designers, for objectively evaluating the image-forming capability of military optical systems. As reflect Read More

The Model 390 is Resolve Optics most compact radiation resistant lens. Measuring just 21 x 14mm – the Model 390 is the perfect non browning lens for small sensor cameras operating in high radiation areas. Designed to maintain high clarity up to a total radiation dose of 100,000,000 rad, this 5mm focal length fixed focus lens is optimized for use wi Read More