Master Laser Light - From Beam Shaping to Ultrafast Optics

Jena, May 2025: After a two-year break, the asphericon ACADEMY returns to the Laser World of Photonics in Munich with a focussed training program on current challenges and solutions in laser beam shaping and optimization. With the title “Master Laser Light - From Beam Shaping to Ultrafast Optics”, two hands-on workshops will offer in-depth know-how on how to maximise the performance of modern laser systems. Key topics include the strategic use of optical components and systems, a deep understanding of critical beam parameters and their application in fields such as materials processing, research and development.

Applied knowledge - Compact and application-oriented

Led by Dr. Ulrike Fuchs, VP Strategy & Innovation at asphericon, the two complementary workshops (which can also be booked individually) will demonstrate how the precise selection and integration of optical components can significantly increase the performance of laser systems. Each workshop runs for 120 minutes and will be held on the first two days of the show.

Who should attend the asphericon ACADEMY?

The workshops are designed for professionals in optical design, industrial manufacturing and engineering, as well as researchers specializing in laser material processing or ultrashort pulse applications. Experienced professionals will also benefit from the advanced content and its direct relevance to their daily work.

Conditions of participation

• Cost: €195 per workshop; combined ticket for both workshops: €350
• Includes: Day ticket to the exhibition (value: € 59)
• Note: Limited number of places - book early!

Workshop content

WORKSHOP #1: BeamShaping - Unlocking the full potential of light

Tuesday, June 24th, 10 - 12 am

• Beam shaping vs. splitting: Understand key differences and their impact on laser applications
• Choosing the right optics: Compare refractive, diffractive and reflective optics for optimal performance
• Enhancing laser output: Optimize intensity distribution, focal shapes, and beam profiles.
• Practical applications: Explore use cases in material processing, manufacturing, microscopy and imaging
• Overcoming challenges: Control speckle effects, wavefront shaping and intensity uniformity
• Advanced optical technologies: Learn about aspheric lenses, axicons, SLMs, and DOEs
• Smart decision-making: Identify key factors for selecting the best beam shaping technique

WORKSHOP #2: Optimizing optics for ultrafast lasers - From selection to system excellence

Wednesday, June 25th, 10 - 12 am

• Impact of real optics: Learn how lenses, mirrors and optical systems affect laser beam quality, especially for ultrashort pulses
• Aberrations & distortions: Understand how aberrations and phase distortions impact focusing and collimation
• Spatio-temporal effects: Explore how optics can alter the pulse fronts and affect spatio-temperal intensity distribution
• Nonlinear interactions: See how pulse front distortions influence laser-material interactions
• Choosing the right optics: Find the best components to preserve beam and pulse integrity and optimize performance
• Advanced solutions: Learn strategies to reduce optical distortions in high-precision laser applications

Further information and registration:

Event @ Eventbrite

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About asphericon

As an independent and recognized specialist, asphericon is the technology leader in the field of optical systems. Production is based on a proprietary and patented technology for controlling CNC grinding and polishing machines. This technology is unique in the world and allows the production of small quantities as well as large series with high precision. asphericon supports its customers from optical design, production and coating, full-surface interferometric measurement and documentation to the assembly of optical components and their optical characterization.

Further information

Dr. Thomas Hegenbart
Phone: +49-3641-3100500
Fax: +49-3641-3100501
E-Mail: presse[at]asphericon.com