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How can you improve the accuracy of your optical system designs? Check out our latest blog on virtual prototyping using ImSym –Imaging System Simulator and optical scattering data. Learn how detailed surface scattering models can lead to more realistic simulations and better design outcomes. Learn practical tips and techniques to integrate these methods into your workflow. https://lnkd.in/g-AWf3Nr #OpticalEngineering #VirtualPrototyping #OpticalSystems #ImSym #OpticalScattering

Join Our LightTools Discovery Training on March 27 or April 9! Attend our free, half-day session from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. to learn virtual prototyping, simulation, optimization, and more. Basic optics knowledge required. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today! https://ow.ly/t1ML50VgXHl #OpticalEngineering #LightTools #Training

Here's a tip for today: Improve Optical Design Accuracy When designing an optical system, consider incorporating physical optics modeling to capture diffraction effects and wavefront propagation accurately. Use tools like CODE V to simulate these phenomena. Spend time validating your model against experimental data to ensure accuracy. #Optics #Engineering #TechTips #CODEV #TechTipTuesday #designbrilliance

Join us for the CODE V Discovery Training on April 2, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. PDT! This hands-on training session is perfect for those looking to dive into the world of optical design using CODE V. Whether you're new to the software or just looking to brush up on the basics, this course will equip you with the skills needed to model, analyze, optimize, and provide fabrication support for optical systems. During the training, you will become familiar with the CODE V interface and its main features. You'll learn powerful optical techniques and calculations designed to help you create superior designs that work right when built. This course is ideal for users with a basic knowledge of optics. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your optical design skills! Register now and take the first step towards creating superior optical designs. Register here: https://ow.ly/3Cr950VayOU #CODEV #Training

Join us at Laser World of Photonics! Visit Synopsys at booth 307, Hall B2, Messe Munich, from June 24-27. Discover our solutions for high-quality optical and photonic systems. Meet our experts and explore our software, hardware, and services. Secure your ticket now: https://ow.ly/X4iR50Vezsr #optics #designbrilliance

We are excited to spotlight Maria Ruiz-Gonzalez, an Applications Engineer at Synopsys Optical Solutions, who supports our customers in designing imaging systems using CODE V and ImSym – Imaging System Simulator. Maria holds a Ph.D. in Optical Sciences from The University of Arizona and has extensive experience in gamma-ray medical imaging and optical engineering. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we're highlighting Maria’s journey in the field of optical engineering. ?? Q: Can you share your journey into the field of optical engineering? What inspired you to pursue this career? "I pursued an undergraduate degree in physics in Mexico, where I worked in a laser cooling lab. My projects involved working with electronic systems for magnetic field noise compensation and laser frequency locking, which sparked my interest in optics. Through my undergraduate advisor, I learned about the optics program at the University of Arizona and applied for a PhD. During my PhD, my interest in electronics led me to a research group focused on gamma-ray medical imaging. My work involved developing probabilistic and statistical methods for gamma-ray parameter estimation, as well as designing electronic systems for gamma-ray camera control, signal readout, and signal processing. I continued in this field during my postdoc, where I also gained formal teaching training and experience. The combination of my experience across multiple fields led me to transition into my current role as an application engineer, where I help customers develop their optical systems using our products." Q: What advice would you give to young women aspiring to enter the field of optical engineering? Are there any specific skills or experiences you recommend they focus on to succeed in this industry? "Optical systems are inherently interdisciplinary. While they revolve around the manipulation of light, developing them also requires knowledge of fields such as electronics, mechanics, programming, and materials science. Building a strong foundation in physics is essential, and gaining early exposure to optical, mechanical, and electrical engineering will help you develop a well-rounded skill set that can open doors to all areas within optical engineering. While you will gain some of this knowledge in classes, the most valuable learning will come from hands-on experience. Don’t wait until you feel like you know enough theory, start gaining experience as soon as possible!" Thank you to Maria for sharing her journey with us. Let's celebrate and support the incredible women making strides in STEM fields. #WomenInSTEM #OpticalEngineering #Inspiration #CareerJourney #STEM #WomenInEngineering #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenInScience #WomenInOptics

Join us for an informative tech talk where we explore the critical role of Bidirectional Scattering Distribution Function (BSDF) measurements in optical design and analysis. Discover how our advanced ImSym – Imaging System Simulator software integrates BSDF data to accurately simulate and mitigate stray light in optical systems. Registration on https://ow.ly/jNcX50VbMI9

Synopsys Optical Solutions is hiring an Applications Engineer to join the Customer Success team! In this role, you'll collaborate with customers to tackle complex technical challenges using our advanced optical system design products. This position focuses on supporting customers in China and requires expertise in advanced design tools and a passion for new technology applications. Join us and work closely with our development, sales, and product teams in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Apply now: https://ow.ly/JG7250VaKqM #OpticalEngineering #CustomerSuccess #SynopsysCareers

?? Happy World Engineering Day! ?? What if we told you the invisible threads connecting your phone calls, the lasers mending lives in operating rooms, and the telescopes unveiling distant galaxies all share a secret? They’re woven by optical engineers—quiet magicians who wrestle light itself to shape our world. These aren’t just technicians tinkering with lenses. Optical engineers are architects who sculpt ephemeral light waves into real-world marvels, turning the intangible into the indispensable. They’re the reason you can FaceTime your family across continents, the reason doctors can see inside us without a scalpel, the reason we’ve glimpsed stars born billions of years ago. And yet, most of us never notice the brilliance behind the glow. Armed with a deep mastery of optical physics and a talent for orchestrating technology, materials, and budgets, they craft everything from medical laser systems to fiber optic networks. Their toolkit? A symphony of specialized software—simulating, designing, controlling—turning wild ideas into tangible wonders. Today, we shine a spotlight on our optical engineering services team and all optical engineers everywhere. They don’t just advance technology—they illuminate the edges of what’s possible. ?? ??Discover how our engineering team lights up the world: https://lnkd.in/emFdt_M #WorldEngineeringDay #OpticalEngineering #Innovation #Technology #Engineering

This article presents an advanced infrared search and track (IRST) system using image-spectrum collaborative detection to improve recognition of small, dynamic targets at long ranges. The system integrates an imaging channel with a spectrum-measuring channel, utilizing freeform surfaces and a dynamic Fourier transform spectrometer. LightTools was used for the optical design shown in Fig. 5, which includes (a) the 2D optical layout of the designed spectrum-measuring channel and (b) the 3D optical layout of the proposed IRST system. https://lnkd.in/g3MDR-yw Citation: Figure 5 from: Luo Gu, Qiujie Yang, Xiang Wang, Yue Lin, Zhiyuan Mao, and Zhiping He, "Infrared search and track system based on image-spectrum collaborative detection with improved recognition capability," Opt. Express 33, 8891-8902 (2025)