Shanghai Optics Inc

Metuchen, NJ 08840

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About Shanghai Optics Inc

Shanghai Optics is an unparalleled custom optical engineering solution provider offering custom optical manufacturing, design and engineering services.

Product Summary

We're one of the top custom lens manufacturers that specializes in custom lens assembly and delivers the best cost-effective custom optical solutions in the photonics industry. By combining high-quality custom components with the latest state of the art advanced metrology, our experts deliver breakthrough custom optical design solutions and engineering consulting for the toughest optical problems.

Contact

425 Main St
Suite 2E
Metuchen, NJ 08840
United States
https://www.shanghai-optics.com
732-692-8175

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We are the leading custom optics supplier of photonics products including high precision optical components, lens systems, and opto-mechanical assembly – UV, VIS, NIR and SWIR applications. We serve OEM customers in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, defense, industrial, commercial and research industries in North America and worldwide.

From rapid prototyping to high-volume production, SO offers a full spectrum of design and manufacturing expertise including our state-of –the-art metrology equipment to ensure optical performance. Our expert engineering team can optimize optical systems with in-depth Design for Manufacturing (DFM). We have years of experience in custom lens design and optical precision assembly, which enables us to bring our clients top quality products with cutting edge functionality in the most cost effective way.

With our business experience in the photonics industry, Shanghai Optics has supplied clients worldwide with top quality optics that have resulted in remarkable savings for them.

For the past 20 years, our US Headquarters has been the center of our operations, supported by a reputable and successful Sales and Sales Support team. Our seasoned professionals in the U.S. bring many years of business experience and are capable of exceeding customer expectations by delivering custom optics on time with the highest quality, exceptional service, and competitive pricing.

Our knowledgeable and experienced Sales Team adds value by understanding the unique needs of our customers and offering tailored solutions for their product designs. Our team is passionate, dedicated, and committed to building strong relationships and collaborating with PhDs, researchers, engineers, and scientists in the Defense, Security, Industrial, Aerospace, Bioengineering, and Pharmaceutical industries worldwide.

Our goal is to optimize your design with manufacturing input to bring your visions to life!

Top Selling Products

  • Microscope Objective Lenses
  • High Precision Objective Lens Design & Assembly
  • Aspheric Lenses
  • Freeform Optics
  • IR Lenses
  • Lens Arrays
  • Large Optics
  • Off-Axis Parabolic Mirrors

Quality Services

  • DFM – Design for Manufacturing Input
  • Optical System Design – Component/Lens System/Instrumental
  • Optical System Assembly and Sub-assembly
  • Optical Design Optimization
  • Custom Optics Fabrication
  • Reverse Engineering

Cutting Edge Advantages

  • Free on board shipping (FOB)
  • Competitive Prices
  • Quality ISO:9001-2015 & 13485-2016 Registered
  • Short Lead Times
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Creative Solutions for Lens Design and Optimization
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
  • Complete Box Build Solutions

Products

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Microscope objectives

Microscope Objectives

Objective lens is the most important part of a microscope and plays a central role in imaging an object onto the human eye or an image sensor for discerning the object’s detail...
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Lenses

IR Lenses

Shanghai Optics offers a large variety of custom Infrared IR Lenses and components for focusing, collimating and collecting light in near-infrared (NIR), short wave infrared (...
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Domes

Optical Domes

Shanghai Optics manufactures optical domes in a wide variety of substrates, suitable for visible, IR, or UV light. Our domes are available in sizes from 5 mm to over 200 mm diameter...
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Mirrors

Off-Axis Parabolic Mirror

Off Axis Parabolic Mirror for Every ApplicationAn off axis parabolic mirror is an optical device which transforms plane waves into spherical waves and spherical waves into plane...
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Micro-optics

Micro Optics

Micro optics are very small optical systems, typically between a few micrometers to a millimeter in size. They include optical fibers with a microscale core diameter, mini diffractive...
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Optics

Freeform Optics

Freeform Optics OverviewA freeform optical component is not symmetric around its optical axis. It provides some attractive features to optical designers to correct multiple aberrations...
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Lenses

Aspheric Lenses

As the name suggests, an aspheric lens is a lens with a shape other than that of a regular sphere or cylinder. These lenses, which come in a variety of shapes, are used to correct...
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Consulting

Design for Manufacturing

A scientific device and instrument company needed to develop an infrared lens with focal length of 40mm and f number of 0.98 for spectral imaging application. The spectral imager...
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Imaging systems

Precision Optical Design for 3D Imaging

Revolutionizing the World with 3D Imaging Gone are the days of recording the world in two dimensions. The advent of 3D scanning technology has revolutionized various fields. From...
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Optoelectronic integrated circuits (OEICs)

Photonic Integrated Circuits: Advancing Data Processing

In our daily lives, the underpinnings of modern technology, including smartphones, computers, and even medical diagnostic tools, rely heavily on integrated circuits (ICs). However...

Videos

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Optical coating & fabrication capabilities

Optical Coating at Shanghai Optics

An optical coating is a thin-film deposit used to enhance transmission, change reflective properties, or change the polarization of light transmitted through an optical component...
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Lenses

Telecentric Lenses

Telecentric Lenses are widely used in metrology instruments, laser marking systems, and AOI (Automatic Optical Inspection) machines. Here’s a 360 view of one of our custom Telecentric...
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Optics

Shanghai Optics Introduction & Factory Tour

Shanghai Optics is a leading global custom optics manufacturer and optical solution provider with more than 60 years of experience. Our experienced engineering team possesses ...
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Spectrometers

Spectrophotometer Transmittance Measurement

An inside look at how Shanghai Optics engineers measure transmittance using a Spectrophotometer. Spectrophotometers measure transmittance and reflectance of lenses and lens assemblies...
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Spectroscopy

Spectrophotometer Transmittance Measurement

An inside look at how Shanghai Optics engineers measure transmittance using a Spectrophotometer. Spectrophotometers measure transmittance and reflectance of lenses and lens assemblies...
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Medical systems

Medical Optics Introduction

Optics is playing a key role in nearly every modern diagnostic advancement and devices that rely on optics are extensively used for medical research, diagnostics, and treatment...
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Consulting

Rapid Optical Prototyping by Shanghai Optics

Reducing custom optical product life-cycles and delivering true rapid prototyping is critical to the success of devices, instruments, and platforms that rely on optics and imaging...
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Consulting

Reverse Engineering a Lens

Reverse Engineering a Lens
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Microscopes

How to Choose the Right Microscope Objective

Objective lenses are used in microscopy systems for a range of scientific research, industrial, and general lab applications. A microscope objective is typically composed of multiple...
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Lens & window material (for finished components only)

Custom Optical Manufacturing Facility and Capabilities - Shanghai Optics

Learn about our capabilities, which includes diamond turning aspheric lens manufacturing, high laser damage threshold optical coating and state of the art metrology.

Resources

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Germanium Optical Domes
Domes

Case Study: Enhancing Drone Capabilities with Germanium Optical Domes

Optical Domes, also known as dome windows, serve as specialized protective covers in various optical detection and imaging systems. Comprising two dome-shaped surfaces, they allow...
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Developing a Custom 1.8mm Diameter C-Lens
Lenses

Case Study: Developing a Custom 1.8mm Diameter C-Lens

Shanghai Optics is a leader in the production of custom C-lenses and D-lenses for fiber optics applications. Our products offer significant benefits, including cost-efficiency...
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Case Study: Enhanced Infrared Lens Design with Wide Field of View (FOV)
Lenses

Case Study: Enhanced Infrared Lens Design with Wide Field of View (FOV)

Aspherical lenses significantly enhance optical systems by reducing aberrations and improving overall quality. Unlike traditional spherical lenses, aspherical lenses provide greater...

Blogs

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optical domes
Domes

Exploring the Benefits of Optical Domes

Optical domes are integral to many optical systems, providing critical protection for sensitive components in challenging conditions. Imagine needing to capture high-resolution...
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Drones with Infrared Sensors
Image sensors

Empowering Drones with Infrared Sensors and Optics

In recent years, the rapid evolution of drone technology has been nothing short of revolutionary. Key to this transformation are advancements in drone optics and infrared sensor...
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LiDAR mapping
Instrumentation, LIDAR systems

Exploring Advanced Optics for LiDAR Technology

In recent years, LiDAR technology has experienced remarkable advancements, revolutionizing various industries with its precise sensing capabilities. From mapping terrain to enabling...

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Micro Prism
Prisms

Advanced Optical Solutions with Precision Micro Prisms

Shanghai Optics is at the forefront of developing micro prisms, which, despite being invisible to the naked eye, are essential for numerous modern technologies. These prisms, ...
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Microlens Arrays
Micro-optics

Exploring the Frontier of Micro-Optics

In today’s technological landscape, the shrinking of optical components to sizes smaller than a pinhead has revolutionized diverse industries. From telecommunications to...
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Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) Imaging: Applications Explored
Imaging systems

Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) Imaging: Applications Explored

Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) light, with wavelengths ranging from 0.9 to 1.7μm, penetrates materials that visible light cannot, making it indispensable across various fields....
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Laser Metrology: Techniques and Applications
Instrumentation, metrology

Laser Metrology: Techniques and Applications

Laser metrology stands at the forefront of precision measurement and equipment testing, utilizing laser technology to achieve accurate and non-contact assessments. Across industries...
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Case Study: High-Precision Optical Domes for Extreme Conditions
Domes

Case Study: High-Precision Optical Domes for Extreme Conditions

Optical domes, also known as dome windows, are specialized components used in a variety of optical detection and imaging systems. These domes, which feature two curved surfaces...
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Choosing Flanged Optical Domes for Camera Systems
Domes

Choosing Flanged Optical Domes for Camera Systems

Flanged optical domes are critical components in camera systems, offering superior optical clarity with near-zero wavefront error. These advanced domes address common optical ...
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Lenses

Case Study: Advancing Atomic Imaging with Custom Lens

Shanghai Optics embarked on a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a university’s Applied Physics department, tasked with crafting a specialized objective lens catering...
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Lenses

Case Study: Aspherized Achromatic Lenses in Retinal Detection

Achromatic lenses, designed to reduce chromatic aberration and minimize spherical aberrations, play a crucial role in various optical applications. These lenses are particularly...
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Lenses

Selecting the Right Zoom Lens

Choosing the right machine vision lens is critical for achieving optimal performance in imaging applications. This guide covers the essential parameters and considerations for...
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Instrumentation, metrology

Mastering Asphere Metrology: Precision for Optics

Aspherical optics have revolutionized optical systems, promising enhanced performance and versatility. However, their complex geometry demands meticulous metrology techniques ...
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Medical systems

Biophotonic Sensors: Innovations and Impacts

Introduction to Biophotonic Sensors Biophotonic sensors are cutting-edge optical devices that provide point-of-care diagnostics, aiding medical practitioners and health researchers...
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Telescope, astronomy

Understanding the RC Telescope

The RC (Ritchey–Chrétien) telescope, a brainchild of George Ritchey and Henri Chrétien in 1910, stands as a specialized iteration within the Cassegrain optical...
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Optical filters

Optimizing Biomedical Raman Spectroscopy with Advanced Optical Filters

Raman spectroscopy, enhanced with advanced filters, provides real-time data on biological tissues, holding immense potential in medicine, research, and biomedical engineering....
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Imaging systems

Discovering Imaging Fundamentals

Imaging lies at the heart of various disciplines, be it photography, microscopy, or scientific research reliant on optical instruments. These fundamental concepts serve as the...
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Lenses

Case Study: Enhancing Indirect Ophthalmoscopes with Double Convex Lenses

Indirect ophthalmoscopes are essential tools for eye examinations, combining a light source and an imaging system. These instruments use visible or infrared light to illuminate...
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Microscope objectives

Case Study: Transforming Microscopy with the 50X Objective Lens

Delving into the realm of cutting-edge microscopy, the 50X long working distance objective lens emerges as a game-changer, offering unparalleled magnification for precise visualization...
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Lenses

Case Study: Triplet Apochromat Lens in VR Headsets

The integration of the triplet apochromat lens into VR headsets marks a significant milestone in immersive technology. Renowned for its unparalleled visual clarity and realism...
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Optics

Exploring Light and Optics

Light, the fundamental element of vision, spans the visible spectrum from 400nm to 700nm, traveling at an astonishing speed of 3 X 10^8 m/s. Understanding light and its interaction...
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Prisms

Total Internal Reflection: Physics and Applications

Total Internal Reflection (TIR) stands as a captivating physics phenomenon, where light transitions from a denser to a less dense medium, resulting in its reflection back into...
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Medical systems

Transforming Live Cell Imaging with Oblique Illumination, AI, and Big Data

Advancements in optical systems have propelled the field of live cell imaging, ushering in a new era in biomedical research. Key among these innovations is the integration of ...
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Mirrors

Navigating Spherical Mirrors: A Comprehensive Overview

Understanding the intricacies of spherical mirrors is crucial for comprehending how light behaves when reflected. This guide offers a detailed exploration of concave and convex...
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Medical systems

Unveiling Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging

Fluorescence-lifetime imaging (FLIM) stands as a cornerstone in medical diagnostics research, offering profound insights into cellular dynamics and molecular interactions. Leveraging...
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Micro-optics

Optimizing Signal Clarity in Flow Cytometry Optics

In the realm of flow cytometry, where the study of cells hinges on fluorescent tagging and precise optical analysis, optimizing the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) stands as a paramount...
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Polarizers & accessories

Exploring Optical Polarization Applications

The phenomenon of optical polarization, where light waves oscillate in specific directions, is pivotal across multiple domains, transcending traditional optics. This article delves...
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Mirrors

A Comprehensive Guide to Concave and Convex Mirrors

Mirrors come in different shapes and sizes, with plane and curved surfaces dictating their reflective properties. Understanding the characteristics of concave and convex mirrors...
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Micro-optics

Exploring Cellular Dynamics with Live-Cell Imaging

Live-cell imaging is revolutionizing cellular biology research, providing invaluable insights into cellular behavior, developmental stages, and the effects of drug treatments....
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Lenses

Case Study: LWIR Lens with Large Aperture and Field of View

Long-wave infrared (LWIR) objective lenses are typically utilized in conjunction with uncooled detectors. With the continual advancement of uncooled detectors in recent years,...
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Lenses

Optical Advancements: Enhancing Ophthalmic Exams with Two-Aspheric Lenses

In the realm of optical design, the integration of two aspheric lenses is a remarkable advancement, offering unparalleled benefits in correcting aberrations and in elevating optical...
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Lenses

Enhancing Optical Clarity: Exploring Pros and Cons of Achromatic Lenses

Enhancing Optical Clarity: Exploring Pros and Cons of Achromatic Lenses Achromatic lenses, also known as achromats, serve a critical role in optical systems by mitigating chromatic...
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Microscope objectives

Case Study: Enhancing Precision with the 25X Objective Lens

The 25X objective lens holds paramount importance in various scientific disciplines, notably in Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer (IRMS) systems. Its application spans across fields...
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Imaging systems

Understanding the Lens Chief Ray Angle (CRA)

Understanding the Lens Chief Ray Angle (CRA) In the domain of optics and imaging systems, the Lens Chief Ray Angle (CRA) stands as a fundamental concept, profoundly influencing...
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Optics

Case Study: Precision and Quality in Custom Large Optics

The burgeoning demand for tailored optical solutions in the ever-evolving technological landscape has fueled the need for customized large optics. Shanghai Optics, a renowned ...
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Optical coating & fabrication capabilities

Enhancing Optical Performance: Understanding AR and BBAR Coatings

Enhancing Optical Performance: Understanding AR and BBAR Coatings The manipulation of light in optics relies heavily on innovations like Anti-Reflection (AR) coatings, which mitigate...
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Waveplates

Exploring Optical Polarization: Polarizers and Waveplates – Part 2

Optical polarization stands as a fundamental characteristic of light, wielding significant importance across numerous technological and scientific domains. At its core, it pertains...
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Lenses

The Importance of Understanding Focal Length

The Importance of Understanding Focal Length Understanding focal length is paramount in both photography and optics as it plays a pivotal role in determining how lenses focus ...
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Lenses

Underwater Double-Convex Aspheric Lens Case Study

Underwater Double-Convex Aspheric Lens Case StudyIn the realm of optical engineering, the development of double-convex aspheric lenses marks a significant advancement. This case...
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Spectroscopy

Understanding the Contrasts between Multi-Spectral and Hyper-Spectral Imaging

Understanding the Contrasts between Multi-Spectral and Hyper-Spectral Imaging In the realm of remote sensing and imaging data, multi-spectral and hyper-spectral image data stand...
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Cameras

Enhancing Automation: Machine Vision Cameras & Custom Optics

Enhancing Automation: Machine Vision Cameras & Custom Optics In today’s era of automation, the ability to perceive and interpret the environment is paramount. Machine...
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Waveplates

Optical Polarization: Exploring Polarizers and Waveplates

Optical Polarization: Exploring Polarizers and Waveplates The concept of optical polarization stands as a cornerstone in the realm of light manipulation, holding pivotal importance...
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Telescope, astronomy

Enhancing Telescope Clarity with Parabolic Mirrors

Enhancing Telescope Clarity with Parabolic Mirrors The pursuit of understanding the universe relies heavily on the clarity of images captured by telescopes, emphasizing the critical...
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Laser crystals/rods

Enhancing Endoscopy: Customized Rod Lenses

Endoscopic examinations are integral to modern medical practice, offering non-invasive means of visualizing internal structures. Rod lenses are pivotal in this process, facilitating...
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Cameras

Advancing Optical Capabilities: Microlens Arrays for UV, VIS, and NIR Video Imaging Cameras

Lens arrays, comprising multiple individual lens cells arranged on a supporting substrate, serve as vital components in optical systems across various fields. Their versatility...
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Optical coating & fabrication capabilities

High Reflective Coatings: Insights and Applications

Optical coatings, comprised of thin films, play a pivotal role in controlling the reflective, transmittive, or polarizing properties of optical components. This article delves...
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Mirrors

Optical Surface Specifications: Enhancing Performance and Precision

Optical surfaces, pivotal in the realm of optical components such as lenses and mirrors, are governed by stringent specifications ensuring optimal performance across various application...
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Spectroscopy

Innovations in Spectrometer Optics and Design

A spectrometer, a cornerstone of optical analysis, comprises multiple components that meticulously dissect light, offering a spectrum of its constituent wavelengths and intensities...
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Optical coating & fabrication capabilities

Advances in Infrared and Laser Coatings

Infrared radiation traveling through the Earth’s atmosphere faces challenges due to atmospheric substances, resulting in atmospheric attenuation or extinction. This effect...
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Microscope objectives

High NA Lens: A Microscope Objective Revolution Case Study

In the realm of microscopy, innovation drives progress. Shanghai Optics, a pioneering custom optic company, exemplifies this ethos through its groundbreaking approach to addressing...
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Telescope, astronomy

Ritchey-Chretien Telescopes

The Ritchey-Chrétien (RC) telescope, a type of reflecting telescope falling under the Cassegrain optical system, was designed by George Ritchey and Henri Chrétien...
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Medical systems

Medical Optics: Transforming Healthcare

In the realm of patient care, medical devices span from sophisticated multimillion-dollar imaging systems to compact diagnostic tools. While radiological systems are well-established...
Optics

Exploring Optical Quality: Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) Testing

Exploring Optical Quality: Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) Testing Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) stands as a pivotal metric in optics and image quality assessment. It ...
Microscope objectives

Enhancing Blood Observation: A Case Study on the 20X Objective Lens & Tube Lens

Designed and optimized for a renowned medical company’s exploration of human blood, the 20x objective lens offers exceptional resolution critical for biological analysis...
Lenses

Advancing Optics: From Spherical to Aspheric Lenses

The transition from spherical to aspheric lenses marks a significant advancement in optical technology. While both types serve various applications, the unique surface shape of...
Lenses

Advancing Optical Lens Manufacturing

Advancing Optical Lens ManufacturingIn the realm of microscopy systems for medical devices, scientific research, and industrial applications, the significance of high-resolution...
Mirrors

Exploring Metallic Mirror Coatings

Exploring Metallic Mirror CoatingsIn this article, we will delve into the specifics of metallic mirror coatings, focusing on Anti-Reflective (AR) coatings and metal film coatings...
Microscope objectives

Advancing Dental Diagnostics: Small Objective Lens Case Study

In the domain of medical optics, the small microscope objective lens plays a pivotal role, particularly in oral health diagnostics and research. Shanghai Optics’ innovative...
Medical systems

Illuminating Biophotonics: The Synergy of Optics and Biological Systems

The field of Biophotonics serves as a bridge between biology and optics, exploring how light interacts with biological systems. This interdisciplinary domain facilitates the analysis...
Microscope objectives

Exploring the Functionality of Microscope Lenses

Microscope lenses play a pivotal role in enhancing our ability to observe and analyze minute details of specimens. Understanding their functionality is crucial for maximizing ...
Prisms

Case Study: Exploring the Advancements in Large Prism Applications

Large prisms serve as indispensable optical components across diverse industries, facilitating critical functions in scientific research, medical imaging, communication technology...
Polarizers & accessories

The Impact of Optical Polarization

The world of optics is a realm of intricate interplays between light and matter, where understanding and manipulating the polarization of light stand as essential pillars. While...
Microscope objectives

Case Study: Objective Lens Advancements for Medical Laser Instruments

In a recent project, Shanghai Optics, a leading custom optics company, took on the challenge of developing objective lenses for medical laser instruments. This endeavor required...
Lenses

Case Study: Precision Fisheye Lenses

Shanghai Optics rose to the challenge posed by a scientific research institute seeking precise imaging tools for accurate observations and analysis. This case study showcases ...
Mirrors

Selecting Parabolic or Spherical Mirrors

When it comes to optical systems, the choice of mirrors plays a crucial role in determining performance outcomes. Among the options available, parabolic and spherical mirrors ...
Optics

Ensuring Precision in Optical Surface Accuracy

Ensuring Precision in Optical Surface Accuracy Optical surface accuracy plays a pivotal role in achieving the desired performance of optical components, delineating the variance...
Cameras

Enhancing Autonomous Driving Cameras with Custom Optical Solutions

Enhancing Autonomous Driving Cameras with Custom Optical Solutions The progression of autonomous driving technology relies heavily on the capabilities of cameras, serving as the...
Lenses

Pros and Cons of Aspheric Lenses

Aspheric lenses stand out in optical applications, offering distinctive advantages over traditional spherical lenses. This discussion will delve into these benefits and explore...
Imaging systems

Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) in Optical System Design

The Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) is a critical parameter in evaluating the performance of optical systems, encompassing lenses and imaging assemblies. It amalgamates resolution...
Polarizers & accessories

Exploring Polarization Dynamics in Optics

In the realm of optical applications, understanding and managing the polarization of light is of paramount importance, often overshadowed by considerations such as wavelength ...
Optical coating & fabrication capabilities

Flow Cytometry: Shedding Light on Cellular Diversity and Analysis

Flow cytometry represents a groundbreaking technique facilitating the comprehensive analysis of cells or particles in a high-throughput manner. By leveraging principles such as...
Optics

Customized Optics in Flow Cytometry

In this article, we’ll delve into the benefits of customizing optical components such as lenses, filters, mirrors, beamsplitters, polarization optics, optical system integration...
Cameras

Advancing Security: Innovative Applications of Robotic Intelligent Cameras

Advancing Security: Innovative Applications of Robotic Intelligent CamerasMonitoring cameras have become indispensable in modern security systems, providing advanced surveillance...
Microscope objectives

Fluorescence Microscopy: Illuminating Samples for Advanced Imaging Insights

Fluorescence Microscopy: Illuminating Samples for Advanced Imaging InsightsFluorescence microscopy, a critical tool for studying organic samples, utilizes fluorescence and phosphorescen...
Lenses

Case Study: F-Theta Lens Revolution in Laser Optics

This case study delves into a groundbreaking project centered around the development of an F-theta lens that challenges traditional configurations. The primary objective is to...
Microscope objectives

Customizing Fluorescence Microscopy for Precision Imaging

Customizing Fluorescence Microscopy for Precision Imaging Fluorescence microscopy, a powerful tool in scientific research, thrives on meticulous customization of its components...
Beamsplitters

Exploring the Dynamics and Applications of Polarizing Beam Splitters

Exploring the Dynamics and Applications of Polarizing Beam Splitters In the vast landscape of beam splitters designed for myriad applications, this article delves into the intricacies...
Microscope objectives

The Miniature Objective Lens: Precision in Medical Imaging

In the dynamic field of medical imaging, groundbreaking technologies are reshaping diagnostic and interventional practices. At the forefront of these innovations is the Miniature...
Imaging systems

AR/VR Advancements: Transforming Healthcare and Manufacturing

Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) technologies are making significant strides in reshaping industries, with a particular impact on healthcare and manufacturing. This article...
Cameras

Robotic Surveillance Cameras: Safeguarding Diverse Environments

Security robots, equipped with advanced sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence, are autonomously contributing to global safety measures. Valued at USD 14.3 billion, the...
Medical systems

Capabilities and Applications of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in Medical Imaging

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) stands at the forefront of cutting-edge imaging technologies, revolutionizing medical diagnostics and research. Offering high-resolution cross...
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Spectroscopy

Molecular Insights: The Power of Raman Spectroscopy

Raman spectroscopy, a transformative analytical technique, has revolutionized our exploration of molecular composition and structure across diverse materials. Through the inelastic...
Lenses

Infrared Lens Innovations: Advancing Imaging Technologies

In the realm of advanced imaging and sensing technologies, the significance of infrared lens design and assemblies cannot be overstated. These technologies, ranging from night...
Lenses

Optical Revolution: Aspheric Lenses’ Advances and Solutions

Aspheric lenses have significantly transformed optical systems, offering a non-spherical surface profile that effectively combats spherical aberration and enhances image quality...
Cameras

The Future of Home Security: Robotic Intelligent Camera Unveiled

In our fast-paced modern world, ensuring the safety and security of our homes and businesses is an ever-growing concern. Technological advancements have reshaped the landscape...
Lenses

Understanding Lenses: Unraveling Optical Characteristics

The world of photography and videography has been revolutionized by the intricate components within camera lenses. Beyond being a mere accessory, lenses are the gateway to capturing...
Image-Processing Equipment

Influencing Non-Destructive Testing: Optical Coherence Tomography’s Impact

In various industries, non-destructive testing (NDT) is a critical practice for evaluating materials and structures without causing damage. Among the diverse NDT techniques, Optical...
Lenses

Infrared Lenses and Opto-Mechanical Design for High-Performance Systems

Regular lenses suffice in surveillance scenarios where infrared light supplementation is unnecessary. However, in situations requiring infrared light supplementation, the use ...
Optical filters

Exploring Cutting-Edge Applications of AR/MR/VR Filters

The utilization of filters in AR/MR/VR fields has evolved into various innovative applications, showcasing the transformative potential of holographic filters. This article explores...
Microscope objectives

Precisely Crafting Innovative Objective Lenses for Microscopes

Shanghai Optics, a leading optical solutions provider, excels in designing objective lenses for microscopes with a focus on innovation and precision. The lens design process involves...
Microscope objectives

The Significance and Advancements of the Miniature Objective Lens

The Miniature Objective Lens plays a pivotal role in contemporary scientific exploration, particularly in the microscopic realm. This compact optical component is essential for...
Telescope, astronomy

Exploring Telescopes: Navigating Optics and Personalized Enhancements

Telescopes, functioning on the principle of angular magnification, provide a means for observing distant objects by expanding their angular fields. The construction of telescopes...
Lens arrays

Case Study: Transforming Laser Imaging Detection And Ranging Lens Design for Autonomous Driving

Shanghai Optics, renowned for meeting unique optical needs, showcases its commitment to innovation in optics through a recent collaboration with a leading company in autonomous...
Micro-optics

Micro-Optics: Fuelling Advancements in Automotive Technology

In a rapidly evolving era marked by technological breakthroughs, the impact of micro-optics across diverse industries is unmistakable. One sector that particularly stands out ...
Communications systems, free space (atmospheric)

Case Study: Breakthrough in Satellite Imaging Technology

Overview In the realm of modern communication, Earth observation, and scientific research, satellites play an indispensable role. The optical systems utilized in on-orbit satellites...
Lenses

Wide-Angle vs. Fisheye Lenses: A Comprehensive Comparison

IntroductionWide-angle and fisheye lenses are popular tools for photographers seeking a broad field of vision. Both lenses offer unique features and applications. This article...
Lenses

Infrared Lens Design: Shaping Advanced Imaging

In the realm of cutting-edge imaging and sensing technologies, the significance of infrared lens design and assemblies cannot be overstated. These technologies have found widespread...
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Consulting

Optical System Design and Challenges

At Shanghai Optics, we use the optical design tool Zemax to design, analyze, and optimize optical systems, such as lenses, objectives, cameras, and other optical devices. ...
Medical systems

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

IntroductionOptical Coherence Tomography (OCT) has established itself as a groundbreaking technique, heralding a new era in non-destructive three-dimensional (3D) imaging of various...
Consulting

What are the 5 stages of Optical Reverse Engineering?

The 5 Stages of Optical Reverse Engineering Optical reverse engineering involves a meticulous process to replicate and analyze existing optical components or systems, allowing...
Optical filters

AR/MR/VR Filter

Filters serve as indispensable tools in the realm of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR), enhancing the visual experience and making it more ...
Instrumentation, metrology

Optical Metrology: Precision Dynamics in Multidisciplinary Applications

Optical metrology stands as a formidable and adaptable tool utilizing light to measure object characteristics, finding applications across diverse fields. This article explores...