Optical simulation is an essential foundation for innovation in many fields. It offers our customers a unique opportunity to better understand and explore concepts, and to observe phenomena that would otherwise be inaccessible to direct observation. Our teams of engineers work with a variety of players in a wide range of sectors to bring their complex projects to a successful conclusion.
Optical simulation is an invaluable tool for predicting the behavior of light in a variety of optical systems, including lenses, mirrors, optical fibers, sensors, displays and more. It plays a crucial role in optimizing the design of these systems by providing detailed information on how light propagates, reflects, refracts, diffracts, and interacts with materials.
Optical simulation is used to predict the behavior of light in different optical systems, such as lenses, mirrors, optical fibers, sensors, displays, etc. It can be used to optimize the design of these systems by providing information on how light propagates, reflects, refracts, diffracts, and interacts with materials.
Here are just a few reasons why optical simulation is important:
Optimizing optical system design
Optical simulation allows us to predict how light will behave in a given optical system, enabling us to design more efficient, higher-performance optical systems. For example, it can help design lenses to minimize aberrations and optical fibers to minimize signal loss.
Save time and money
Optical simulation enables virtual tests to be carried out to evaluate the performance of optical systems, which can reduce the number of physical prototypes required. This can help save time and money in the design process.
Study complex optical phenomena
Optical simulation can be used to simulate complex optical phenomena such as interference, diffraction, polarization and more. This can help us understand complex optical phenomena and develop new optical devices.
Optical simulation is crucial to the design of products such as imaging devices, spectroscopes and metrology. It guarantees design reliability, predicts optical performance, and solves problems before prototyping, reducing costs and lead times. It also optimizes lighting systems, contributes to the adaptive optics used in telescopes and microscopes, and is essential for studying complex optical phenomena.
Optical simulation begins with a precise definition of the optical system to be studied. Secondly, choosing the right simulation software is crucial. Popular options include Zemax, Code V and COMSOL Multiphysics. Once the 3D model of the system has been created, simulation parameters are defined, such as light wavelength and environmental conditions. The simulation is launched, and the results are analyzed, usually by displaying graphs or images.
Zemax
Zemax is optical simulation software widely used for the design of optical systems, such as lenses, telescopes, microscopes, laser scanners and more. It can be used to model light propagation through complex optical systems and optimize optical performance according to design specifications.
COMSOL Multiphysics
COMSOL Multiphysics is a multi-physics simulation software package that includes optical simulation capabilities for modeling phenomena such as diffraction, reflection, transmission and absorption of light. It can be used to design optical devices, such as lenses, filters, waveguides and more.
FRED Optical Engineering Software
FRED is optical simulation software used for the design of optical systems, such as lenses, sensors, displays, optical fibers, and more. It can be used to model light propagation through complex optical systems and optimize optical performance according to design specifications.
Code V
Code V is optical simulation software used for the design of optical systems, such as lenses, telescopes, microscopes, laser scanners and more. It can be used to model light propagation through complex optical systems and optimize optical performance according to design specifications.
In short, good optical simulation involves precisely defining the optical system, choosing the appropriate simulation software, creating the model, defining the boundary conditions and simulation parameters, running the simulation, analyzing the results and making adjustments if necessary.
It’s important to note that each optical simulation software has its own resource and user knowledge requirements, as well as advantages and limitations in terms of functionality. The choice of software will depend on the specific needs of each user and the nature of the problem to be simulated.
Product Design
We use optical simulation to model and analyze the behavior of light in a variety of optical systems, such as imaging, spectroscopy and metrology devices. This makes the design more reliable, predicts optical performance, and solves potential problems, all before the creation of a physical prototype, thus reducing costs and lead times.
Lighting systems
Optical simulation optimizes the design of lighting systems, evaluating the performance of light sources, optimizing light distributions, and contributing to the design of screens, projectors, display panels, or holographic devices.
Adaptive Optics
We are involved in the development of adaptive optics systems used in telescopes, microscopes and other scientific instruments. Simulation is used to model and optimize wavefront analyzers for measuring optical aberrations.
Optical Simulation is a versatile technology that finds its place in a wide range of applications where understanding the behavior of light is essential for the design, optimization and improvement of optical systems.
Spectrograph for telescope
We design spectrographs for optical telescopes and optical test equipment for instrument alignment and qualification (OGSE). These tools contribute to the exploration of the universe by guaranteeing cutting-edge optical performance and the precision essential to astronomical research.
Watchmaking
Our expertise extends to watchmaking, where we model watch dials to validate the optical performance of various designs. This simulation ensures the legibility and optical quality of dials, providing watchmakers with reliable design solutions.
Waveguide
In the high-frequency field, we are studying optical systems for ERH ITER heating systems. By modeling Gaussian beams, we analyze losses, including ohmic losses and misalignments due to thermal differences, to ensure optimum performance for nuclear fusion.
Design of Optical Fibers for Communications
Optical simulation is used in the design of optical fibers for high-speed communication networks. It optimizes the transmission of light over long distances and through complex fiber connections, improving the efficiency of telecommunications networks.
Laser beam studies
Optical simulation is used to model the propagation of laser beams in various environments. This includes the design of laser cutting systems, laser communication systems, and high-precision laser measurement systems.
Projector Design for the Entertainment Industry
Optical simulation is used to design video and lighting projectors used in the entertainment industry. It optimizes image and video projection on complex surfaces, guaranteeing outstanding image quality.
Turbomachinery :
A stereotype of hydraulic engineering, and a component of virtually all equipment requiring fluid circulation, turbomachinery such as pumps and turbines are complex systems whose operation depends on a multitude of fluidic phenomena, including turbulence, cavitation and lubrication. Using state-of-the-art numerical methods, our CFD experts will support you in the design and evaluation of your hydraulic systems, and help you optimize their performance.