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    Off-axis parabolic (OAP) mirrors are indispensable components in modern optical systems, offering precision and versatility in a variety of applications. These mirrors enhance...
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    Underwater imaging is indispensable for marine exploration and research, but traditional wide-angle lenses often fall short when used underwater. Issues like distortion and chromatic...
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    Achromatic Laser Beam Expander Case Study
    A laser beam expander is a type of optical device commonly used in optical systems. Its main application purpose is to enlarge the beam diameter or compress the beam divergence...
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    Key Takeaways: Germanium Optical Domes are essential for drones, providing protection for optical instruments while ensuring optical clarity in various environments. They enhance...
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    Laser beam expanders are optical devices that modify laser beams by increasing their diameter or reducing their divergence angle. These devices, which have their origins in telescopic...
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    Hyperspectral imaging merges the capabilities of imaging and spectroscopy, allowing for the capture and processing of extensive spectral information across numerous narrowband...
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    Laser beam expanders are crucial optical devices used to increase the diameter of laser beams. They are essential in a range of fields, from precision manufacturing to advanced...
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    Master Bond UV10TKLO-2
    Overview Master Bond UV10TKLO-2 is a one-component UV-curable system for high-performance bonding, sealing, and encapsulation applications. It meets NASA’s specifications...
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    Shanghai Optics - Wide Angle Lens
    Ultra Wide-Angle lenses are indispensable in the world of imaging, offering a field of view that can extend up to 160°. These lenses are crucial for capturing vast scenes ...
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    Introduction of underwater imaging technology
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    Shanghai Optics Thermal Imaging Lenses
    Wide-angle thermal imaging lenses are at the forefront of thermal camera technology, providing an expansive field of view essential for various applications. Unlike their narrow...
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    F-theta Lens
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