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Free-space optical (FSO) communications wirelessly transmit data through the air using lasers. FSO promises to revolutionize broadband internet access.

Edmund Optics' fixed, adjustable, and kinematic mounting components can easily be integrated into optical systems.

WEBINAR: Join us for a demonstration on selecting the proper optical components for your OCT system for non-invasive, high-resolution imaging.

Mastering Machine Vision Integration

Master the unique challenges associated with sourcing optical components to produce successful medical devices in this webinar with Edmund Optics experts.

Jeremy Govier, Principal Engineer, and Andrew Lynch, Expert Rapid Prototyping Solutionist, discuss 13 creative "hacks" to quickly and efficiently make prototypes of optical systems to address collapsing product lifecycles.

Understanding the most commonly used laser optics materials will allow for easy navigation of EO’s wide selection of laser optics components.

The thermal properties of optical substrates including the CTE, dn/dT, and thermal conductivity are critical for predicting real-world performance

The growth of automation has introduced machine vision lenses to more harsh environments involving shock, vibration, contaminants, and temperature swings.

Athermal optical systems are not prone to temperature changes in an environment. Learn more about the importance of having an athermal design at Edmund Optics.

Are you trying to gauge depth of field in your imaging system? Take a closer look at this article on depth of field calculations at Edmund Optics.

Easily add and remove optical filters from any cage system setup after viewing this quick demonstration of integrating a filter holder plate and interchangeable filter holder using #86-018 and #85-649.

Four major trending topics in machine vision technology include edge artificial intelligence (edge AI), AI paired with high-resolution sensors, event-based machine vision, and affordability of SWIR sensor technology.

Rare earth materials are used in many optics. Find an explanation, examples, and more information about rare earths at Edmund Optics.

Interested in learning about the different types of camera mounts available from Edmund Optics?

Dispersion is the dependence of the phase velocity or phase delay of light on another parameter, such as wavelength, propagation mode, or polarization.

The Strehl ratio of an optical system is a comparison of its real performance with its diffraction-limited performance.

Want to know more about high-power optical coatings? Find out more about the importance, fabrication, and testing at Edmund Optics.

Single-Material Aspheric Achromats correct chromatic aberrations with a unique geometry, leading to numerous benefits over conventional achromatic lenses.

Pulse Compression and Dispersion Compensation for Ultrafast Lasers

The surface quality of optical components the scattering off of its surface, which is especially important in laser optics applications.

Optical coatings are used to influence the transmission, reflection, or polarization properties of an optical component.

爱特蒙特光学（Edmund Optics）提供的大尺寸万向节光学镜架可用于将大尺寸精密光学元件（如反射镜）集成到 OEM 和台式系统中。

Metrology is critical for ensuring that optical components consistently meet their desired specifications, especially in laser applications.

Acktar Advanced Coatings produces light-absorbing components and materials to control stray light and eliminate noise from specular reflection.

Choosing the right optical glass is important. Find out factors and properties on how to select the right optical glass at Edmund Optics.