AR/VR as a Surgical Support Tool
AR/VR and advanced imaging systems aid surgeons both in the OR and in training, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Applications for Adaptive Optics in Ophthalmology, Surgery, and Dermatology
Adaptive optics (AO) was first used by astronomers in the 1990s to correct for distortions in astronomical data due to fluctuations in the Earth’s atmosphere. Today, AO is critical in many applications in the machine vision, life sciences, and medical device fields.
Image Quality Testing for Medical Devices
As the optics and image sensors used in endoscope and dental cameras serve as the eye of the doctor using them, the image quality produced by these components are critical.
Meet Dan Gray, Founder of Gray Optics
In this interview, Dan Gray shares his experiences in entrepreneurship and product development in the optics industry.
How Optics Are Powering Coronavirus Detection and Diagnosis
Scientific and engineering teams are collaborating worldwide to develop the molecular testing tools essential for detecting the presence of the COVID-19 virus and the associated antibodies after the immune system has fought off the disease.
An Intraoral Camera Case Study
A dental intraoral camera is a multi-purpose imaging device first introduced in the 1990’s. Originally the technology was used for taking pictures of teeth and gums for documentation. Now the application space includes diagnosing dental conditions such as tooth decay, gum disease, 3D optical measurement systems for tooth repair and corrective braces, and for patient education.
Metal Additive Manufacturing & Optical Design
Metal additive manufacturing continues to gain traction in the aerospace and automotive markets. Read on to discover how optical systems and machine learning help achieve the level of quality required for 3D-printed components.
Design to Prototype in 6 Weeks
Rapid prototyping technologies have drastically accelerated the product development process. However, in the optics world, these techniques are lagging by at least 5 to 10 years.
Athelas Case Study: Point of Care Blood Analysis Device
The use of point of care (POC) devices is growing as healthcare markets address the need for more real time analysis in applications such as pharmaceutical interventions and diagnosis of infectious diseases.
Is a Molded Glass Lens a Viable Option for Your Next Medical Device?
Selecting the correct optical material for designing precision medical optics is a critical decision for optical engineers and designers.