White Papers
Are off-the-shelf optics always the best solution?
Resolve Optics has published a new white paper that compares the benefits to organisations of sourcing ‘off-the-shelf’ lenses with specialist lenses that meet the exact needs of their application. Download…
The Importance of correctly specifying your lens systems
Lenses are arguably the most important part of your camera, sensor or optical instrument set-up, they make or break your image quality. They control the image that’s projected onto your imaging sensor, and ultimately the quality of the results your camera, sensor or optical instrument produces. Download…
Articles
Space – The Final Frontier
Many different types of optical imaging and sensing systems are used to observe and measure the Earth and the Universe at large. However, designing optical systems for satellites and spacecraft is challenging due to the harsh conditions that space places upon components and systems working in this remote environment. Download...
Sensor Resolution Versus Lens Resolution
This informative new white paper from Resolve Optics addresses the often misunderstood considerations when selecting an optimum lens for your digital camera or sensor. The ability of a lens to resolve detail is usually determined by the quality of the lens but is ultimately limited by diffraction. It is commonly thought that the resolution of a lens should match or exceed the Nyquist resolution of the sensor that it has been selected to work with, in order to achieve optimum performance. This is a common misconception. Download...
Ultraviolet Technology Aids Forensic Investigation
A specialised UV/visible lens records complete crime scenes and high resolution close up fingerprints for analysis and evidence. First published in EuroPhotonics. Download…
Technical Notes
Radiation Resistance – What does it mean and how do optimised lenses maintain throughput?
Radiation resistant, radiation hard or non-browning lenses are all terms used to refer to a lens designed for use in a radioactive environment. Continue…
Comparing Traditional & Optically Corrected Zoom Lenses
Did you know that there is a formula where you can work out the effective clear diameter of a lens based on its focal length and its aperture? Continue…
Quick Tips To Help You Specify A Lens
Did you know that there is a formula where you can work out the effective clear diameter of a lens based on its focal length and its aperture? Continue…
Specialist Optical Systems for Space Projects
Today we employ many different types of optical imaging and sensing systems to observe and measure the Earth and the universe at large. Continue…
Key Considerations When Selecting A Lens for Machine Vision
Given the diverse range of sensor formats and different resolution available in machine vision cameras, the number of lens options is vast. Continue…
Aspheric or Spherical Lenses – Which is best for Vision Applications?
In recent years there has been a trend towards increased use of aspheric elements in optical designs. The driving force behind this trend is that a single aspheric element can replace 2 or 3 spherical elements in a design whilst maintaining or improving the performance of the system. Continue…
The Benefits & Challenges of Using UV Lenses
Ultraviolet (UV) is the region of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths from 10 nm to 400 nm, shorter than that of visible light, but longer than X-rays. Continue…
New MRP System helps Improve Production Planning
Resolve Optics is always looking for ways of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with its customers. Continue…
Turning up the Heat
With few optical solutions available ‘off-the-shelf’ – Resolve Optics has established an international reputation for designing and producing specialist optical systems for high temperature applications. Continue…
A New Simple Optically Compensated Zoom Lens
One of the biggest advantages of using a zoom lens is that it allows you to change focal lengths without changing your lens. Continue…
Optical Design Strategy: What Comes First?
What should you consider first when designing a new optical product or upgrading an existing product, the lens or the sensor? Continue…
Specialist Lenses for Vision Applications
In many vision applications the trend is for cameras and sensors to offer ever increasing resolution, what role does the lens fulfil in these devices and are suitable lenses generally available? Continue…
Does My Application Require Radiation Resistant Lenses?
In nuclear power, nuclear reprocessing, space, medical and other scientific applications optical glass may be exposed to high energy radiation like gamma, electron, proton and neutron radiation. With the accumulation of higher doses this radiation reduces the transmittance of optical glass (turning brown or grey) especially near the UV-visible edge of the spectrum. Continue…
Focus Tracking Optical Zoom Lenses
Resolve Optics is a leading international supplier of compact, high performance off-the-shelf and custom optical zoom lenses. These lenses can be supplied either motorised or non-motorised and provide focus tracking throughout their zoom range. Continue…
Advantages of a Design Conception to Production Optics Supply Partner
When looking for a suitable lens for an optical application it is not uncommon for companies to spend considerable time searching through potential off the shelf lenses to try and find what is deemed to be a “Least Cost” option. Continue…
Maintaining Your Products Competitive Edge
Whether you are considering developing a new product or looking to extend the life of an existing product, a critical consideration is that it should offer real tangible benefits over your competitors. Continue…
Best Practices for Ensuring Lens Performance
In this occasional ‘How To’ feature, the technical team at Resolve Optics provide you with useful instructions, hints and tips to assist you in your daily work. Continue…
Replacing Hard to Source and Obsolete Optical Components
Periodically organisations are faced with replacing hard to source or obsolete optical components within their camera, sensor or instrument systems. Continue…