Advanced Custom Optics Solutions from Meller Optics, Inc.

Meller Optics, Inc., based in Providence, Rhode Island, has unveiled it’s latest offerings of custom-engineered optics made from sapphire, germanium, and zinc selenide. These components are specifically designed for gimbaled systems and to provide robust front surface protection for unmanned aerial and underwater vehicles.

Remarkable Durability and Performance

The sapphire optics are renowned for their remarkable hardness,ranking just below diamond,making them ideal for safeguarding imaging sensors against harsh environmental conditions such as sand,saltwater,and rapidly moving debris. The optics available for gimbaled systems encompass a range of materials, including sapphire, germanium, and zinc selenide, suitable for applications spanning from mid-infrared to far-infrared wavelengths. each component can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements, whether as lenses, mirrors, or windows.

Versatile Design Options

Meller Optics provides a diverse selection of shapes and sizes, ranging from 0.25 inches to 10 inches in diameter, with customizable wall thicknesses. The optics can be designed with features such as stepped edges, elliptical edge shaping, and various mounting options including holes, slots, and wedges. Precision is a hallmark of their manufacturing process, with flatness maintained to 1/10th wave in the visible spectrum and parallelism within < 2 arc seconds per inch. Surface finishes can vary from 60-40 to an impressive 10-5 scratch-dig, depending on the chosen material and configuration.

Conclusion

With these innovative optics solutions, Meller optics, Inc. continues to set the standard for high-performance components in the demanding fields of unmanned vehicle technology. Their commitment to quality and customization ensures that clients receive the optimal solutions for their specific applications.