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What optical materials work best in the IR (infrared)?

Posted by Steve Rowe on Jul 02, 2024

Understanding how different glass and crystal materials perform in the IR spectrum is key finding the right solution for your optical components. IR windows from Germanium, CaF2, ZnS/ZnSe and Silicon can be manufactured in large or small quantities.

Optics in low earth orbit satellites

Posted by Steve Rowe on Jun 19, 2024

Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites operate at altitudes ranging from approximately 100 to 1,200 miles above the Earth's surface. Read on to learn about the functions and roles of precision optical components in LEO satellites

Precision Optics for Far UV Disinfection

Posted by Steve Rowe on May 16, 2024

With far UV disinfection systems making strides in hotels, movie theaters, and homes, we are witnessing a paradigm shift in cleanliness standards. UV fused silica windows and lenses are the ideal solution to help bring disinfection products to the market faster. Learn more about the applications of optics in disinfection systems.

Witness Samples

Posted by Steve Rowe on Apr 23, 2024

A witness sample is a sacrificial test piece of optical material to measure the performance of a thin film coating. Witness samples are essential to maintaining accuracy, repeatability, and traceability of deposition thin film coatings.

SPIE DCS 2024 National Harbor Maryland

Posted by Steve Rowe on Apr 03, 2024

Connect with the Esco Optics team at SPIE DSC April 23-25th in National Harbor, MD and learn more about working wiht us as a trusted partner for defense organizations seeking cutting-edge optical manufacturing solutions.

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