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Lasers can be used for a variety of applications. Learn how lasers work, different elements, and the differences between laser types at Edmund Optics.

Join Chris Williams as he briefly explains the basics of how to align a laser system onto a target.

Learn about the different types of optical prisms, their applications, and how to select the right prism for your specific system.

Computer Generated Hologram metrology provides a new solution for overcoming traditional asphere metrology. Learn more about CGH metrology at Edmund Optics.

Pushing Optics to the Extreme

Fresnel lenses are composed of a series of concentric grooves etched into one side of a sheet of plastic. Fresnel lenses are unlike typical spherical or aspherical optical lenses.

Not sure which diffuser will best meet your needs? Review EO's diffuser selection guide to review the pros and cons of each diffuser type at Edmund Optics.

Machine vision systems heavily rely on illumination. Learn more about how structured illumination can maximize your system at Edmund Optics.

Understanding Rowland circle and polychromator mounts for diffraction gratings is important for selecting the proper concave grating for your application.

Learn how to assemble and align a Michelson Interferometer using standard lab components from Edmund Optics. This step-by-step guide covers required parts, setup instructions, and alignment tips for producing interference fringes to measure distance, wavelength, or refractive index changes in an accessible lab environment.

Want to know more about optical flats? Find information including an explanation, what optical flats show, applications, and more at Edmund Optics.

The diffraction pattern caused when light passes through an aperture is called the Airy Disk. Find out how the Airy Disk can impact your image at Edmund Optics.

Additive manufacturing is revolutionizing rapid prototyping, IP protection, and the job market in the optics industry

Have a question about theoretical foundations? Find out more about the electromagnetic spectrum, interference, reflection, and more at Edmund Optics.

Do you have a question about spatial filters? Learn more about how spatial filters are used with lasers and improve a beam at Edmund Optics.

Trying to understand optical aberrations? Check out how to identify aberrations and view examples at Edmund Optics.

Distortion is an individual aberration that misplaces information but can be calculated or mapped out of an image. Learn more about distortion at Edmund Optics.