Introduction to Lens Design and Optical Engineering

Title: Introduction to Lens Design and Optical Engineering

Abstract: This workshop will give an introduction to lens design, with emphasis on the non-idealities of actual lenses, as well as a discussion of optical system layout and lens fabrication. This includes a discussion of all the primary aberrations of lenses, both axial and off-axis along with various methods to compensate or minimize the effects of these aberrations. Field lenses and erector lenses will be introduced, as well as field stops, aperture stops and baffles. Attendees will also learn how to use commercially available lenses, and some of the pitfalls one should avoid when using these lenses.

Bio: Emanuel Istrate received his Ph.D. in Photonics from the University of Toronto in 2005. As the Academic Program Coordinator of the Institute for Optical Sciences at UofT, he set up a number of courses and training programs in optics at all levels of the University. Part of his current teaching includes a course in the Vic One Arthur Schawlow program in the Physical Sciences, which looks at communications and social interactions of scientists. He also teaches a course covering both the art and the science of holography, as well as a course on creativity in the sciences. He has made contributions to lensless microscopy methods, entrepreneurship training programs and to collaborative projects with industry.

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Due to limited spots, registering does not guarantee attendance. First come, first served. Early year graduate students will be prioritized. Further information will be provided to those selected to attend.