Posts by Andover Corporation
Semiconductor & Advanced Manufacturing
Semiconductor & Advanced Manufacturing Powering next-generation process innovation Where Light Meets Leading-Edge Manufacturing Optical precision driving semiconductor innovation Our specialized optical technologies and custom solutions are optimized for critical semiconductor applications. Working across DUV, visible, and IR wavelength ranges, we enable advanced:Photolithography systemsWafer inspection and metrologyPlasma process monitoringIon beam alignmentLaser annealingDefect detectionPhotomask verificationOverlay measurementFrom research…
Read MoreMachine Vision & Industrial Automation
Machine Vision & Industrial Automation Empowering intelligent industrial systems Where Vision Meets Automation Optical precision driving industrial innovation As machine vision systems become increasingly sophisticated in manufacturing, quality control, and automation, we deliver high-performance optical solutions that revolutionize everything from robotic guidance to automated inspection systems.The machine vision industry faces unique optical demands:High-speed image processing…
Read MoreMilitary & Defense Systems
Military & Defense Systems Where optics meet operations Where Precision Meets Protection Optical innovations securing tomorrow’s defense systems As defense technologies advance toward more sophisticated surveillance, targeting, and communications systems, we deliver mission-critical optical solutions that enhance everything from thermal imaging to laser-guided systems.The defense industry demands unprecedented optical performance:Superior durability in extreme military environmentsUltra-precise…
Read MoreBiomedical & Life Sciences
Biomedical & Life Sciences Engineering the future of medical discovery Where Light Meets Life Science Engineering tomorrow’s perception through precision optical solutions As medical imaging and diagnostic technologies continue to evolve, we deliver cutting-edge optical solutions that revolutionize everything from fluorescence microscopy to advanced surgical systems.The biomedical industry faces increasingly sophisticated optical challenges:Enhanced sensitivity for…
Read MoreAerospace & Space Optics | Andover
Aerospace Advancing the exploration of space and aerial technologies Advancing Space Through Precision Optics Mission-critical filters powering aerospace innovation worldwide Andover Corporation has been at the forefront of addressing unprecedented challenges in aerospace optics for over 40 years. As space exploration and satellite technology continue to evolve, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that revolutionize everything from…
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Astronomy & Space Advancing humanity’s celestial vision Pioneering Precision Optics for the Cosmos Optical Solutions from Ground Observatories to Space Telescopes Advancing humanity’s view of the universe through precision optics that capture the faintest signals from the depths of space. For over 45 years, Andover Corporation has been at the forefront of astronomical innovation, enabling…
Read MoreBest Optical Filters for Solar Observation
Optical Filters for Solar Observation What Are the Best Optical Filters for Solar Observation? Solar cycles are measured by the ebb and flow of naturally occurring sunspots. These spots appear as dark cooler spots. As Solar Cycle 24 progresses towards its minimum solar activity with over 100 days of displaying zero sunspots, astronomers and solar…
Read MoreOptical Filters in Water Analysis
Optical Filters in Water Analysis How Are Optical Filters Used in Water Analysis? Every year, the Earth’s population consumes 4 trillion cubic meters of fresh water. After being carefully treated to fulfill the water-quality standards established by local governments, this drinking water is delivered through water delivery systems (WDS). These water delivery systems are susceptible…
Read MoreOptical Bandpass Filters Fundamentals
Optical Bandpass Filters Fundamentals What Are Bandpass Filters? Bandpass filters are one of the simplest and most economical ways to transmit a well-defined band of light and reject all other unwanted radiation. Their design is essentially a thin film Fabry-Perot Interferometer formed by vacuum deposition techniques and consists of two reflecting stacks, separated by an…
Read MoreOptics in Forensics: Advancing Criminal Investigations
New optical technologies in forensics have reached a level of sophistication that can detect even the smallest traces of evidence. Crime will no longer pay
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