Optics in Laser and Laser Research

Shaping Excellence: Guiding Laser Precision for Industry Advancement.

In the vast expanse of space missions, optics emerges as the linchpin not only in imaging and sensing but also as a communication powerhouse. Optical components like couplers, amplifiers, detectors, and lasers are the lifeblood of modern communication systems, enabling satellite-to-ground, satellite-to-satellite, and deep space links. Overcoming atmospheric opacity, satellite telescopes observe celestial wonders unhindered. In commercial space endeavors, optical devices, ranging from low-expansion materials to precision mirrors, windows, and prisms, are the bedrock of critical infrastructure systems. They not only fuel deep space exploration but also steer innovation in the aerospace industry, redefining the frontiers of space science and business.

High-energy lasers find application across defense, industrial, and medical sectors, contributing significantly to cutting-edge technologies. Military lasers, characterized by enhanced photon output and coherence, are integral to industries like materials processing and automotive. They are pivotal in groundbreaking processes such as guided munitions, missile defense systems, laser displays, communications, and medical functions.

Laser processing, leveraging high-intensity laser beams through precise optical systems, has transformed industrial production. Widely employed in cutting, etching, welding, and microprocessing, laser processing offers versatility, precision, low energy consumption, minimal pollution, and automated capabilities. Recognized as the “universal tool that never wears out,” it stands out for its ability to handle materials with high hardness and melting points, challenging for traditional methods.

As global manufacturing evolves towards precision and intelligence, laser processing equipment extends its reach from macro-processing sectors like aerospace to micro-manufacturing fields including display panels, consumer electronics, and integrated circuits. This penetration has driven progress in related industries, with continual advancements anticipated as manufacturing upgrades globally. The intersection of optics with laser technology is paramount, influencing the trajectory of innovation and applications in this dynamic landscape.

Industry - Laser Processing

The basic equipment of laser processing consists of three parts: laser, light guide focusing system and laser processing system. It is used for:

laser drilling
laser cutting
Laser welding
Laser surface treatment
Laser marking and engraving

Medical - Laser Medicine

Diseases can be treated by utilizing the high brightness of the laser beam to produce thermal effects and the biological effects produced by the good monochromaticity of the laser beam. Laser technology has become a new technology in medicine and has formed a new branch of medicine – laser medicine, widely used in ophthalmology, gynecology, dermatology, internal medicine, and oncology.

Defense-High Energy Laser

The application of laser in military is mainly in:

Laser detection
Laser communications
Laser guidance
Laser weapon
Anti-laser weapons
Self-identification system

Yudi: Empowering Your Laser Applications

The design, manufacture, and use of optical components for laser applications involve numerous considerations. Yudi offers laser optics for DUV, EUV, and long-wave UV laser applications, utilizing a variety of materials such as calcium fluoride, magnesium fluoride, fused silica, Zerodur, and Borofloat.

Minimizing surface roughness is key to reducing scattering and boosting laser performance. We precisely manage attributes like wavefront flatness and parallelism, and understand the importance of controlling surface imperfections. Our “precise replication” approach ensures consistent quality in every optical component, tailored to meet customer specifications, regardless of order intervals.