Light Reveals the World. We Refine the View.
Light is not just something you see. It is something that carries information. Every photon that bounces off an object, passes through a material, or travels across the cosmos is carrying a message. The question is: can you read it? Most of the time, the answer is no. Not without help. Why Light Needs a…
Read MoreWhat Fiction Gets Right About Optics in Astronomy
Stories like Project Hail Mary have a way of pulling people into the science of distant stars—how we detect them, study them, and begin to understand what they’re made of. They’re not alone. Films like Interstellar and The Martian have also helped bring real astrophysics and space science into the mainstream, often grounding their stories…
Read MoreOptics for Drones and UAVs
Optics for UAV and Drone Systems Precision optics for unmanned aerialimaging and sensing Optical Solutions for Modern UAV Platforms Andover Corporation provides optical solutions for UAV and drone platforms operating across defense, commercial, industrial, and autonomous system applications.From EO/IR imaging payloads and thermal sensing systems to LiDAR, multispectral imaging, and compact gimbal architectures, our optical…
Read MoreSPIE DEFENSE + SECURITY 2026
April 28-30 • Booth #924 Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center National Harbor, MD Come visit us at SPIE Defense + Security 2026, where we’ll be showcasing optical filters, coatings, fabricated components, and assemblies for advanced defense systems.Visit our team of experts to discuss optical solutions for defense imaging, sensing, targeting, and display applications, supported…
Read MoreBEAM: Breakthroughs – How Andover Corporation’s Advanced Coating Technology Powers NASA’s PUNCH Mission
In the demanding realm of space-based solar observation, precision optical components must withstand extreme conditions while delivering uncompromising performance. NASA’s recently launched PUNCH (Polarimeter to UNify the Corona and Heliosphere) mission exemplifies this challenge, requiring specialized optical filters and coatings capable of operating in the harsh environment of space while providing critical data about our…
Read MoreBEAM: Breakthroughs – When Precision Meets the Battlefield
How Andover’s Dual-Band Optical Filters Power the Apache AH-64’s Advanced Targeting Systems. Part of our BEAM (Breakthroughs, Engineering, And Minds) Behind the Light series.
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Notable Projects Advancing Innovation Across Industries Engineering Excellence Through Experience Precision, Innovation, and Quality Since 1976 Behind many of the world’s most recognized innovations, discoveries, and missions, you’ll find Andover Corporation’s precision optics at work. For almost 50 years, our filters and coatings have contributed to high-profile achievements across aerospace, defense, medical, and scientific industries.…
Read MoreAndover Filters Power NASA’s Deep Space Laser Communication
In December 2023, NASA’s Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) experiment, led by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully transmitting an ultra-high-definition video via laser from nearly 19 million miles away—a distance equivalent to over 80 times the gap between Earth and the Moon. This technology demonstration marks…
Read MoreMilitary & Defense Systems
Military & Defense Systems Where optics meet operations Mission-Ready Optics Precision Filters and Coatings for Defense Systems Download our new Defense brochureOptical filters and coatings play a critical role in modern defense and aerospace systems—from EO/IR targeting platforms and UAV payloads to infrared imaging and laser-based sensing. These systems rely on precise wavelength control, optical…
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 Optical filters and coatings are used across a wide range of aerospace systems, with increasing demand driven by satellite payloads, Earth observation, and space-based sensing. These applications require precise wavelength control, long-term stability, and reliable…
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