Request InfoSynopsys Inc., Optical Solutions GroupOptical Research Associates (ORA) has released Code V version 9.6 for optical system modeling, tolerancing and optimization. The upgrade calculates the scalar diffraction efficiency of a diffractive surface and includes it in all diffraction analyses. A simplified method for defining offset, tilted surfaces, and enhanced capabilities for specifying user-programmed surfaces and diffractive phase profiles improve the process for modeling complex optical systems. For tolerancing, a singular value decomposition algorithm automatically selects the best subset of available compensation parameters,...See full productRelated content from Photonics MediaPHOTONICS HANDBOOK ARTICLESPhotonics HandbookComponent Choices: Avoiding Tolerancing MistakesTo the novice or casual user of optics, the acquisition of an optical system can be a very difficult experience. Failure to understand the ground rules can result in unnecessarily high cost, late...WEBINARSPhotonics.com 1/11/2023Defining and Tolerancing Freeform Surfaces for ManufacturingThe adoption of freeform optics by designers and manufacturers has increased in recent years. With the increase in flexibility, a freeform surface can incorporate a system and bring more...Photonics.com 6/25/2014Aspheres: Tolerancing for High PerformanceJoin us for a FREE webinar – Wednesday, June 25, 2014, 1 - 2 p.m. EDT Dan Bajuk is Technical Director of ZYGO’s Extreme Precision Optics group in Richmond, California. He has 40...Photonics.com 9/20/2023Tolerancing Considerations for Infrared OpticsThe tolerancing of optical components is a very important communication step between the optical designer, the optical fabricator, and the end user of the optics. Tolerances are a balance between...Photonics.com 1/11/2022Freeform Metrology for Glass and Diamond-Turned OpticsThe precision optics community is incorporating freeform optical surfaces into systems with increased frequency. Understanding the current state of the art for metrology is critical for setting...PHOTONICS DICTIONARY+ TERMSPhotonics Dictionaryoptical design and engineering servicesOptical design and engineering services involve the development, customization, and optimization of optical systems and components to meet specific performance requirements and application needs....Photonics Dictionaryoptical design softwareOptical design software refers to specialized computer programs used by optical engineers, physicists, and designers to simulate, model, analyze, and optimize the performance of optical systems and...Photonics DictionarytolerancingThe determination of the degree to which a manufactured component can deviate from its ideal specifications of material and geometry without impairing its performance.Photonics DictionaryeccentricityIn the tolerancing of optical elements, the displacement of the optical axis from the mechanical axis.COMPANIESPhotonics Buyers' GuideSynopsys Inc., Optical Solutions GroupThe Synopsys Optical Solutions Group provides design tools that model all aspects of light propagation. With intelligent, easy-to-use solutions and an expert support team anchored by optical...Photonics Buyers' GuidePhoton Engineering LLCPhoton Engineering LLC is a consulting and software development firm based in Tucson, AZ specializing in all phases of optical engineering including design, analysis, and implementation. Photon...