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OPTICAL DEVICES
Focused on Manufacturable Fully-Integrated Optics Solutions for Medical, Industrial, and Military Applications
PROJECT
Custom Hyperspectral Raman System
CHALLENGE
NASA desired a dual-band Raman spectrometer as a payload-candidate for Mars-Rover mission.
ACCELERATE
A unique optical-architecture was optimized and ray-traced with a multi-element optomechanical mounting alignment strategy. Optics were specified and fabricated concurrently with machined goods.
RESULT
The instrument was built, tested, and delivered on-time. Patent issued
PROJECT
Thermal and Vibrational Analysis of Handheld Interferometer
CHALLENGE
The handpiece of an interferometric 3D laser scanner needed to perform throughout its operating temperature range.
ACCELERATE
Using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) the device was analyzed for thermal induced component perturbations at the sub-micron level. Then its first 10 fundamental frequencies were identified and reviewed.
RESULT
Suggestions for implementing design changes to component mountings for thermal and drop-shock performance were adopted along with stiffening several structural components to increase the fundamental resonant frequencies.
PROJECT
Tear Film Diagnostic Device
CHALLENGE
A University Prototype interferometric tear film analyzer needed to be redesigned as a clinical-grade product that could pass IEC 60601 testing.
ACCELERATE
Newly specified components were repackaged as a modular optical-engine that was then integrated into a patient-friendly lift-table console.
RESULT
Redesigned, built, trouble-shot and delivered on time.
PROJECT
Retinal camera
CHALLENGE
Produce a portable Retinal Camera with wide FOV for use without patient dilation.
ACCELERATE
Developed a 3 sensor, multi- illumination source, rapid auto-focus, multi-DOF alignment optomechanical system.
RESULT
Built a working handheld prototype that reduced to practice the concept which was awarded a patent.
PROJECT
Hyperspectral Camera
CHALLENGE
Build a Line-Scan Split-Offner Hyperspectral Camera for airborne high altitude military drone.
ACCELERATE
Optimized the optical prescription with Zemax ray-tracing program. Analized stray light with Trace-Pro ray tracing program for further guidance into the optomechanical design. Developed an alignment process. Hardened the mechanical design and fabricated with expedited hardware.
RESULT
Successfully tested units for delivery on schedule and budget overcoming vendor delays in the opto-electonic components.
PROJECT
Thermal and Vibrational Analysis of Handheld Interferometer
CHALLENGE
The handpiece of an interferometric 3D laser scanner needed to perform throughout its operating temperature range.
ACCELERATE
Using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) the device was analyzed for thermal induced component perturbations at the sub-micron level. Then its first 10 fundamental frequencies were identified and reviewed.
RESULT
Suggestions for implementing design changes to component mountings for thermal and drop-shock performance were adopted along with stiffening several structural components to increase the fundamental resonant frequencies.
PROJECT
Fiber-Optic Laser Illumination
CHALLENGE
Uniformly illuminate the surgical FOV in the lowest possible profile while not introducing heat or EM interference near the sensor.
ACCELERATE
A powerful and efficient remote 3-color laser source was designed to transmit energy to plastic launch optics.
RESULT
Multiple prototypes built and passed testing. Launch optics uniformly blended and illuminated the entire FOV. Patent pending.
PROJECT
Dental Tip for 3D-laser Scanning System
CHALLENGE
Design a low-cost disposable with an interferometric grade electrically heated mirror for digital scanning system to replace impressions.
ACCELERATE
Engineered a manufacturable architecture that took advantage of laminar construction enabling large sheet (low-cost) processing.
RESULT
Passed cytotoxicity testing and others with minimal iteration meeting COGS expectations without having to move production overseas.
I have had the pleasure of working with Jay several times over the years. He is a substantially innovative designer, creative technical developer, and highly productive instrumentation engineer. He strives to understand in depth a problem presented for resolution, seeking hidden assumptions and preconceived perspectives, so that an optimum and commercially viable solution can be arrived at. Jay has excellent interpersonal skills which make him engaging and enjoyable to work with. Jay’s services are a great value for the reasonable cost he charges. In my fifty-plus years of designing and manufacturing instrumentation, Jay is the best mechanical optical engineer I have known.