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asphericon ACADEMY returns to the Laser World of Photonics

Jena, April 2023: asphericon is excited to announce the return of the asphericon ACADEMY after a four-year hiatus. The event will take place alongside the Laser World of Photonics exhibition in Munich. This year’s ACADEMY will focus on aspheres and freeform optics, with Dr. Ulrike Fuchs, asphericon’s VP Strategy & Innovation, heading three practical workshops on optic design, manufacturing, and measuring techniques. Each workshop is designed to complement the others, but attendees can also choose to book them individually. Ticket sales begin on May 2nd and will include a day pass for the Laser World of Photonics. For the first time, reduced prices will be available for postgraduate and undergraduate students.

Since its launch in 2019, the asphericon ACADEMY has become a popular training platform for aspheres and freeform optics, hosting numerous sessions for both the public and specific clients. The Laser World of Photonics in Munich provides an ideal venue for these insightful workshops. Ulrike Fuchs commented: “Alongside our trade show booth, where asphericon s.r.o. from the Czech Republic will debut, we also aim to connect directly with existing and potential clients through our ACADEMY. The Laser World’s diverse national and international audience makes it a perfect platform for us.”

During the first two days of the trade show, Dr. Fuchs will lead three 120-minute workshops tailored to current industry needs, delving into optic design, production, and measuring techniques. Knowledge sharing among participants will be encouraged. “I look forward to talking to participants about topics that, both personally and professionally, I find fascinating,” she said, adding: “Apart from the aspects explained by asphericon representatives, I fondly recall the lively discussions at previous ACADEMY events.”

This year, the ACADEMY is also targeting interested students, offering them discounted prices. Ulrike Fuchs explained: “Our focus on the future extends beyond our digitized manufacturing world. The asphericon ACADEMY is designed for tomorrow’s customers and employees. We’re inviting students to join our workshops, expand their knowledge, and contribute their perspectives.”

What can you look forward to from the asphericon ACADEMY?

Participants in the workshops can expect a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in the industry. Dr Fuchs, the workshop speaker, will help attendees gain a deeper understanding of designing advanced optical elements that are both feasible and functional. Along with valuable hands-on advice, she’ll offer inspiration for innovative solutions and address real-world challenges faced by the participants. The workshop fee includes informative training materials to take home, as well as day passes for the Laser World of Photonics 2023 exhibition.

Who are the workshops aimed at?

• Optical designers
• Technical project managers
• Engineers with a manufacturing background
• Laser scientists
• Students in these fields

Workshop content

WORKSHOP #1: ASPHERE

• Gaining a deeper understanding of surface descriptions for aspheres (ISO 10110, Zemax, CodeV)
• Maximizing the potential of your optic design using aspheres
• Implementing tolerance concepts (ISO 10110, Zemax, CodeV) to ensure the production readiness of your asphere designs
• Optimization of manufacturability with simultaneous cost efficiency
• Evaluating the impact of design choices on the overall optical system
• Exploring challenges and opportunities in high-end finishing techniques

When: 27 June 2023 | 10am

WORKSHOP #2: FREEFORM

• Exploring the latest advancements in surface descriptions for freeform optics (ISO 10110, Zemax, Code V)
• Opportunities and challenges of freeform designs
• Employing tolerance concepts for accurate performance prediction
• Examining real-world examples showcasing cutting-edge freeform manufacturing techniques
• Investigating the challenges and opportunities in high-end finishing methods and measurement systems

When: 27 June 2023 | 2pm

WORKSHOP #3: MANUFACTURING/METROLOGY

• Comparing traditional manufacturing and sub-aperture grinding/polishing for aspheres and freeforms through application- and cost-oriented analyses
• Exploring the possibilities and limitations of contemporary measuring techniques (shape, geometry, roughness, wavefront)
• Enhancing system performance by taking manufacturing statistics into account
• Aligning optic design with manufacturing capabilities
• Fostering a comprehensive understanding of technical drawings

When: 28 June 2023 | 10am

Customize your Laser World of Photonics experience by booking and combining workshops to fit your schedule (day pass included in the workshop fee). Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the technology leader in aspheres and freeforms production!

For more information and to sign up, please go to: www.eventbrite.de/e/asphericon-academy-laser-world-of-photonics-2023-registrierung-601208911037

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About asphericon

asphericon is a global technology leader in aspherical systems and a renowned, independent specialist. Production is based on internally developed, patented technology which is used to control CNC grinding and polishing machines, creating a one-of-a-kind production infrastructure. This allows asphericon to deliver high-precision manufacturing for quantities ranging from small batches to large-scale series. Asphericon’s comprehensive client services encompass initial optic design, manufacturing, coating, full-surface interferometric measurement and documentation, as well as the assembly of optical components and their optical characterization.

More information

Dr. Thomas Hegenbart
Tel.: +49-3641-3100500
Fax: +49-3641-3100501
E-mail: event[at]aspherion.com