Optical System Design

The design of optical systems from first sketch to a detailed set of drawings is the core of my engineering service. With professional competence in the development of optical systems for laser applications as well as imaging systems I can support you with:

• Definition of requirements
• Idea generation and concept development
• Lens design and optimization
• Modeling and simulation with Zemax OpticStudio
• Analysis of imaging and system performance
• Tolerance analysis and budgeting for optics and mechanics
• Engineering drawings and bill of materials in accordance with ISO 10110
• documentaiton and design reports

The implementation will always be geared to your needs. Usually, projects start with a concept development phase, in which different solutions are presented and discussed, while at the same time the requirements become concrete. In this phase, I advise you on the selection and suitability of concepts by comparing expected properties, development costs, manufacturing costs, delivery times and tolerances. Subsequently, a selected concept is detailed and optimized for optical performance and fulfillment of requirements. Commercial calculation software (for example Zemax OpticStudio) is used which, depending on the task, is extended by own evaluations and analyzes. The result of this development phase is a complete optical design, which is checked for manufacturability and tolerances. For more complex systems, an adjustment and testing strategy will also be developed. The optical design is completed with the preparation of the technical drawings for optical components and for the entire system forming the basis for the further integration or for the construction of mechanical housings. If necessary, I also support you in the following steps. >>more