Design of High-Performance Optical Systems
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Approx. 23 hours to complete
Course Summary
Learn how to design high-performance optical systems with this course that covers both theoretical and practical aspects of the subject.Key Learning Points
- Understand the fundamental principles of optical design and optimization
- Learn how to use modern computational tools for designing optical systems
- Gain practical experience by designing and testing your own optical system
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to design and optimize high-performance optical systems
- Practical experience in designing and testing optical systems
- Understanding of modern computational tools for optical design
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of optics and mathematics
- Access to a computer with optical design software (such as Zemax or Code V)
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Optical Engineering
- Optical Design and Fabrication
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. James Clerk Maxwell
- Dr. Edwin H. Land
Related Books
Description
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5602, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.
Outline
- Chromatic Aberrations
- Introduction to the course
- Introduction to Chromatic Aberration
- Chromatic Aberration Lab Demonstration
- Abbe Number
- Prism Dispersion
- Lens Dispersion
- Lens Dispersion Singlet Dispersion from V
- Singlet in OS
- Compare Singlet in OS to Formula
- Achromatic Doublet Introduction
- Achromatic Doublet Solution
- Achromatic Doublet in OpticStudio
- Compare Doublet in OS to Formula
- How to Choose a Glass
- Huygens Eyepiece
- Course Overview
- Tools and Resources
- Abbe Number Practice
- Chromatic Aberrations
- Ray Aberrations
- Maxwell's Conditions
- Abbe Sine Condition
- Airy Tangent Condition
- Equivalent Refracting Surface
- Introduction to Aberrations
- Ray and Wavefront Aberrations
- Longitudinal Ray Aberrations
- Ray Aberration Polynomial I
- Ray Aberration Polynomial II
- Defocus and Magnification
- Spherical Aberration Lab Demonstration
- Spherical Aberration Introduction
- Spherical Ray Aberration
- Spherical Wavefront Aberration
- Coma Introduction
- Coma Ray and Wavefront Aberration
- Astigmatism Introduction
- Astigmatism Ray and Wavefront Aberration
- Coma and Astigmatism Lab Demonstration
- Summary of Ray Aberrations
- Ray and Wavefront Aberration Practice
- Spherical Aberration Background
- Coma Practice
- Astigmatism Practice
- Aberration Identification
- Wavefront and ray aberrations
- Field Curvature and Distortion
- Petzval Introduction
- Petzval Wavefront Error
- Petzval and Astigmatism
- What is Petzval Radius?
- Distortion Introduction
- Distortion Wavefront
- Summary of Ray Aberrations
- Impact of Aberrations on Focal Length
- Zernike Polynomials
- Strehl Ratio
- Intro to Seidel Sums
- Simple Seidel Example
- Complex Seidel Example
- Petzval Practice
- Distortion Practice
- OpticStudio Practice
- Aberration Practice
- Seidel practice
- Field Curvature and Distortion
- Techniques for Reduction of Aberrations
- Stop Down System
- Bending the Lens
- Refractive Index
- Stop Shift
- Symmetry
- Field Curvature and Negative Power
- Field Flattener
- Field Lens
- Conic Mirrors
- Reflective Telescopes
- Stop shift OpticStudio Practice
- Symmetric Singlets OpticStudio Practice
- Field Lens Practice
- Mirror OpticStudio Practice
- Techniques for Reduction of Aberrations
- Optical Components
- Prisms that Fold
- Prism Tunnel Diagrams
- Prisms for Control I: Anamorphic prisms
- Prisms for Control II
- Prisms Laboratory Demonstration
- GRIN Lens Introduction
- GRIN Lens Details
- Diffraction Gratings Introduction
- Diffraction as Momentum Conservation
- Grating Equation
- Finite Width Grating
- Resolving Power of Grating
- Resolving Power of Grating vs. Prism
- Gratings vs. Prisms Lab Demo
- Introduction to Fresnel Lenses
- Design of Fresnel Lens
- Wavelength Dependence of a Fresnel Lens
- Evolution of the Eye
- Physiology of the Eye
- Performance of the Eye
- Aberrations of the Eye
- Acuity of the Eye
- Accommodation
- Reduced Eye Model
- A Better Eye Model
- Ray Tracing the Eye
- OpticStudio Practice with Diffraction Gratings
- Diffractive Lenses
- OpticStudio Analysis of a GRIN lens
- Visual magnification practice
- Optical Components
Summary of User Reviews
Design High-Performance Optical Systems is a highly recommended course for those who want to learn about optical systems. The course has received positive reviews from its users, who have praised its comprehensive and well-structured curriculum.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content is highly informative and well-structured, making it ideal for beginners and professionals alike.Pros from User Reviews
- The course provides a comprehensive overview of optical systems, covering everything from the basics to advanced concepts.
- The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging, making the learning experience enjoyable and informative.
- The course materials are well-organized and easy to follow, with clear explanations and examples.
- The course offers practical exercises and assignments that help reinforce the concepts learned in the lectures.
- The course provides a wealth of resources for further study, including recommended readings and online forums for discussion.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users have reported technical issues with the course platform, such as slow loading times and difficulty accessing course materials.
- A few users have noted that the course can be quite challenging, particularly for those without a strong background in optics or related fields.
- Some users have reported that the course assignments can be time-consuming, and that it can be difficult to keep up with the pace of the course.
- A few users have noted that the course does not cover certain advanced topics in as much depth as they would have liked.
- The course may not be suitable for those looking for a more hands-on or practical approach to learning about optical systems.
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