Optics
Fabrication
By using a full complement of fabrication methods, we can always deliver the exact shape you need, whether it’s spherical, flat, cylindrical, aspheric, or freeform.
We shape the optics using traditional grinding/polishing for spherical and flat polishing, as well as cutting-edge methods like slow-tool servo diamond turning for aspheres and freeforms. We are also experts in MRF, and both sub-aperture and stressed polishing of large optics.
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Key Capabilities
Traditional Grinding/Polishing Random wear is still the fastest and most economical method to create flats, sphericals, and cylindrical optics. |
Single-Point Diamond Turning (SPDT) A type of lathe is used to cut plastic or metal substrates and deterministically create all kinds of symmetric surfaces, including toroids, aspheres, parabolics, and conics. |
Slow-Axis Diamond Turning This is an advanced diamond turning machine used to create spheric and freeform surfaces by synchronizing the cutting tool position to the lathe rotations. |
 Sub-Aperture Polishing (e.g., MRF) Here a smaller polishing tool robotically targets specific areas of a glass or metal surface, enabling complex freeform surfaces to be deterministically generated. |
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 Stressed Polishing By prestressing the substrate, a simple spherical figure is easily created which relaxes into the correct aspheric or freeform shape when the optic is released. |
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