Custom Optical System Design Services
At Yighen Ultra Precision, we specialize in custom optical system design—helping engineers and product teams turn application-specific requirements into real-world, manufacturable solutions.
Whether you’re developing an AR/VR headset, a LiDAR module, a compact imaging system, or a miniaturized sensor, our optical design services are built around what truly matters: performance, integration, and speed to market.
Application-Driven Design, Not Just Lens Design
Modern optical products demand more than just good lenses—they require smart optical systems that balance performance, size, cost, and manufacturability. Our design philosophy centers on system-level thinking from the start.
We work across a wide range of industries where optical performance is mission-critical:
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Augmented & Virtual Reality – Design of projection optics, eye relief optimization, compact modules for near-eye displays, and waveguide-based systems.
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LiDAR & Autonomous Systems – Precision collimators, scanning optics, receiver lens arrays, and compact transceiver modules.
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Medical & Biomedical Devices – Optical systems for minimally invasive imaging, surgical guidance, and portable diagnostic tools.
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Consumer Electronics – Miniaturized lens systems for smartphones, wearables, and next-gen display engines.
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Industrial & Machine Vision – Custom optics for inspection systems, robotics, and factory automation, including line scan and telecentric modules.
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Scientific Instruments – High-stability optical paths for metrology, spectroscopy, and laser-based applications.
Each domain brings unique challenges—be it thermal variation, volume constraints, alignment complexity, or cost targets—and our team is equipped to deliver solutions that work in the real world.
Full Optical System Design Support
Our team of PhD-level optical engineers brings deep experience in imaging, illumination, sensing, and display design. We use industry-standard simulation and modeling tools to support you at every development stage.
| Focus Area |
What We Deliver |
| System architecture |
-Optical layout selection, component specification, field-of-view and resolution balancing |
| Optical modeling |
-Ray tracing, image quality simulation, stray light analysis, thermal impact evaluation |
| Prototyping readiness |
-Tolerance studies, design-for-manufacturability (DFM), packaging feasibility |
| Integration support |
-CAD alignment, housing constraints, mechanical interface design |
We don’t design optics in isolation—we design them to fit, function, and succeed in your end system.
Speed Without Compromise
When timelines are tight, you need a partner that can deliver quickly—without sacrificing quality.
Our in-house prototyping capabilities let us bridge design and fabrication seamlessly:
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Optical system prototyping in as little as 2–3 weeks
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Ultra-precision machining for mold inserts or prototype components
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Full metrology support: interferometry, profilometry, and image-based testing
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Cross-functional feedback loop between optical and mechanical teams
This means faster iteration, fewer surprises in production, and smoother integration downstream.
Our Optical Design Process
We follow a structured and collaborative process to ensure every optical system is optimized for performance and manufacturability:
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Requirement Definition
Collaborative exploration of your functional goals, space constraints, resolution, field-of-view, wavelength range, and operating environment.
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Conceptual Design
Selection of appropriate architectures: refractive, reflective, hybrid, folded, or scanner-based.
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System Modeling & Optimization
Using tools like Zemax, CODE V, and MATLAB to simulate performance, eliminate aberrations, and improve tolerance robustness.
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Design for Manufacturability
Early consideration of molding feasibility, assembly alignment, component sourcing, and cost control.
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Prototype Design Package
Delivery of complete documentation for optical, mechanical, and system-level integration.
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Feedback and Iteration
Fast turnaround for changes based on mechanical packaging, validation testing, or user feedback.
This process ensures that by the time your system goes to prototype, the optics are fully aligned with your real-world needs.
Cross-Disciplinary Integration
Great optical systems don’t exist in isolation—they must work within mechanical, electronic, and thermal constraints. At Yighen, we act as a bridge between disciplines, offering:
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Seamless CAD integration with SolidWorks, UG (NX), or AutoCAD
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Optical-mechanical alignment strategies for tight-tolerance assembly
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Thermal compensation techniques for systems exposed to wide operating ranges
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Ongoing collaboration with your electrical, firmware, or industrial design teams
This makes us an ideal partner not just for lens design, but for optical system co-engineering from concept to final build.
How We Collaborate With Clients
Whether you’re a startup building your first prototype or an established OEM scaling up, we adapt to your development model.
Our collaboration models include:
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Feasibility Studies – Early-stage modeling to assess potential solutions
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Fixed-Scope Optical Design – Full ownership of the optical layout and documentation
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Co-Development Support – Working alongside your internal team with weekly reviews
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Design-to-Fabrication Handoff – Delivery of ready-to-produce outputs and vendor guidance
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Design + Prototyping Packages – From optical system design to SPDT/CNC prototype delivery
Our clients appreciate our agile, communicative, and engineering-minded approach to optical development.
What You Receive
Our deliverables are production-ready and tailored to your engineering workflow:
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✅ Complete optical design files (Zemax, CODE V, or equivalent)
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✅ Detailed optical drawings with tolerances and specifications
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✅ CAD files for system housing and alignment interfaces
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✅ Assembly, integration, and testing documentation
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✅ Support for transfer to manufacturing or tooling suppliers
We also offer optional validation and design iteration services as your hardware evolves.
Why Work With Yighen?
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🎓 Deep Technical Expertise – Our team includes PhDs in optics, photonics, and engineering
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🧩 System Thinking – We go beyond optics and understand the full hardware stack
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🏭 Integrated Workflow – From optical design to tooling and fabrication
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🌍 Global Experience – Serving clients across the US, EU, and Asia
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🧪 Nanometer-Level Accuracy – Backed by full in-house metrology capabilities
“Yighen helped us go from concept to working prototype in just a few weeks. Their ability to align the optical design with mechanical and manufacturing constraints saved us months of back-and-forth.”
— Lead Optical Engineer, European Medical Device Startup
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Do I need to know the exact optical architecture before working with you?
No. Many of our clients only provide system-level goals or product constraints. We help you define the right optical layout from the ground up.
Q2: Can you support extremely compact systems (e.g., wearable devices)?
Absolutely. We have extensive experience in space-limited designs, including <10 mm optical paths and multi-lens folded systems.
Q3: Do you deliver manufacturing-ready outputs?
Yes. All our designs include tolerance analyses, 3D models, and full documentation ready for fabrication or tooling.
Q4: Can you support global clients remotely?
Yes, we work with teams across North America, Europe, and Asia. All deliverables are shared digitally, with regular online reviews and full timezone coverage.
Q5: Do you only design lenses, or full systems?
We focus on optical systems, including lens selection, layout, system modeling, packaging, and support for alignment and testing.
🔧 Let’s Build Your Optical System, Together
Whether you’re starting from a concept or refining an existing design, our engineering team is here to turn ideas into manufacturable, high-performance optical systems.
We offer end-to-end support—from lens selection, tolerance analysis, to DFM optimization and prototype delivery.
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