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Shaping White Light by Cells Arrayspdf714 KiB07.03.2018Design of different types of cells arrays, which are used behind white light LED for generating customized patterns, are presented.
Shaping White Light by Cells Arrayszip1.2 MiB07.03.2018Design of different types of cells arrays, which are used behind white light LED for generating customized patterns, are presented.
Conical Refraction in Biaxial Crystalspdf428 KiB07.03.2018With the fast-physical-optics simulation technique in VirtualLab, conical refraction from a KGd crystal is demonstrated.
Conical Refraction in Biaxial Crystalszip263 KiB07.03.2018With the fast-physical-optics simulation technique in VirtualLab, conical refraction from a KGd crystal is demonstrated.
Mach-Zehnder Interferometerpdf699 KiB07.03.2018A Mach-Zehnder interferometer is build up in VirtualLab, and it is demonstrated that how the tilt and shift of an optical elements may affect the interference pattern.
Mach-Zehnder Interferometerzip1.0 MiB07.03.2018A Mach-Zehnder interferometer is build up in VirtualLab, and it is demonstrated that how the tilt and shift of an optical elements may affect the interference pattern.
Ultra-Sparse Dielectric Nano-Wire Grid Polarizerspdf1.7 MiB26.02.2018The polarization-dependent properties of ultra-sparse dielectric nanowire grids are analyzed by using the Fourier modal method (FMM).
Ultra-Sparse Dielectric Nano-Wire Grid Polarizerszip3.6 MiB26.02.2018The polarization-dependent properties of ultra-sparse dielectric nanowire grids are analyzed by using the Fourier modal method (FMM).
Parametric Optimization of Slanted Gratingspdf306 KiB14.03.2018A slanted grating optimized with the rigorous Fourier modal method to achieve high diffraction efficiency for the sake of incoupling into light guide structures.
Parametric Optimization of Slanted Gratingszip439 KiB14.03.2018A slanted grating optimized with the rigorous Fourier modal method to achieve high diffraction efficiency for the sake of incoupling into light guide structures.
Simulation of Waveguide with a Complex 2D Exit Pupil Expansionpdf744 KiB14.03.2018A complex 2D exit pupil expander, which consist of both idealized and real gratings, is constructed and modeled, and the uniformity at the waveguide exit plane is presented.
Simulation of Waveguide with a Complex 2D Exit Pupil Expansionzip510 KiB14.03.2018A complex 2D exit pupil expander, which consist of both idealized and real gratings, is constructed and modeled, and the uniformity at the waveguide exit plane is presented.
Advanced PSF and MTF Calculation of Imaging Systempdf764 KiB14.03.2018An imaging system consisting of a collimation objective and human eye is modeled, and by changing the illumination conditions, the cases with fully and partially illuminated apertures are investigated.
Advanced PSF and MTF Calculation of Imaging Systemzip586 KiB14.03.2018An imaging system consisting of a collimation objective and human eye is modeled, and by changing the illumination conditions, the cases with fully and partially illuminated apertures are investigated.
Collimation of Astigmatic Diode Laser Beam by Objective Lenspdf610 KiB14.03.2018High-power laser diodes often exhibit asymmetric divergence and astigmatism. Collimation of such a laser diode is investigated with both ray tracing and field tracing.
Collimation of Astigmatic Diode Laser Beam by Objective Lenszip309 KiB14.03.2018High-power laser diodes often exhibit asymmetric divergence and astigmatism. Collimation of such a laser diode is investigated with both ray tracing and field tracing.
Correction of Chromatic Aberration by Using a Diffractive Lenspdf1.0 MiB14.03.2018A hybrid imaging system consisting of both refractive and diffractive lenses is analyzed, especially, with the undesired diffraction orders of the diffractive lens taken into account.
Correction of Chromatic Aberration by Using a Diffractive Lenszip654 KiB14.03.2018A hybrid imaging system consisting of both refractive and diffractive lenses is analyzed, especially, with the undesired diffraction orders of the diffractive lens taken into account.
Performance Analysis of Laser Scanning Systempdf861 KiB14.03.2018A scanning system consisting a dual-axis galvanometer and an aspherial focusing lens is modeled, with the rotation of the mirrors taken into simulation as in the practical case.
Performance Analysis of Laser Scanning Systemzip642 KiB14.03.2018A scanning system consisting a dual-axis galvanometer and an aspherial focusing lens is modeled, with the rotation of the mirrors taken into simulation as in the practical case.
Modeling of Etalon with Planar or Curved Surfacespdf524 KiB14.03.2018By using the non-sequential field tracing technique, several configurations of etalons, e.g. with non-parallel surfaces and curved surfaces, are analyzed.
Modeling of Etalon with Planar or Curved Surfaceszip26 MiB14.03.2018By using the non-sequential field tracing technique, several configurations of etalons, e.g. with non-parallel surfaces and curved surfaces, are analyzed.
Modeling of Graded-Index (GRIN) Multimode Fiberpdf507 KiB14.03.2018A fast approach for light propagation through GRIN medium, which includes the polarization crosstalk effect, is implemented, and its validity and advantages are shown in comparison with rigorous solver.
Modeling of Graded-Index (GRIN) Multimode Fiberzip294 KiB14.03.2018A fast approach for light propagation through GRIN medium, which includes the polarization crosstalk effect, is implemented, and its validity and advantages are shown in comparison with rigorous solver.
Optical Topography Scanning Interferometrypdf451 KiB14.03.2018With a low-coherence Xenon lamp source, a Michelson interferometer is build up for precise scanning of the surface profile of a given specimen.
Optical Topography Scanning Interferometryzip765 KiB14.03.2018With a low-coherence Xenon lamp source, a Michelson interferometer is build up for precise scanning of the surface profile of a given specimen.
Optical System for Inspection of Micro-Structured Waferpdf868 KiB14.03.2018A complete wafer inspection system including high-NA focusing effect and light interaction with microstructures is modeled, and the formation of image is demonstrated.
Optical System for Inspection of Micro-Structured Waferzip735 KiB14.03.2018A complete wafer inspection system including high-NA focusing effect and light interaction with microstructures is modeled, and the formation of image is demonstrated.
Focus Investigation behind Aspherical Lenspdf837 KiB14.03.2018A laser diode with asymmetric divergence and astigmatism is first collimated and then focused. Evolution of the field in the focal region is investigated in detail.
Focus Investigation behind Aspherical Lenszip8.5 MiB14.03.2018A laser diode with asymmetric divergence and astigmatism is first collimated and then focused. Evolution of the field in the focal region is investigated in detail.
Analysis of Folded Imaging System with Multiple Aperturespdf843 KiB14.03.2018For a folded waveguide-based imaging system, the multiple apertures effect, including in- and outcoupling gratings and pupil aperture, is shown to affect the PSF and MTF on image plane.
Analysis of Folded Imaging System with Multiple Apertureszip763 KiB14.03.2018For a folded waveguide-based imaging system, the multiple apertures effect, including in- and outcoupling gratings and pupil aperture, is shown to affect the PSF and MTF on image plane.
Analysis of Folded Imaging System with Planar or Curved Waveguidepdf825 KiB14.03.2018To evaluate the image quality of a near-to-eye display system, it is important to include the influence from the waveguide structure. In this example, both planar and curved waveguide are investigated.
Analysis of Folded Imaging System with Planar or Curved Waveguidezip0.9 MiB14.03.2018To evaluate the image quality of a near-to-eye display system, it is important to include the influence from the waveguide structure. In this example, both planar and curved waveguide are investigated.
Gaussian Beam Focused by a Thermal Lenspdf273 KiB14.03.2018The variation of the focal length due to thermal lens effect and the changes of focal spot diameter are demonstrated with respect to the input laser power.
Gaussian Beam Focused by a Thermal Lenszip254 KiB14.03.2018The variation of the focal length due to thermal lens effect and the changes of focal spot diameter are demonstrated with respect to the input laser power.
High-NA Pattern Generation by Combining Two Beam Splitter Elementspdf1.2 MiB14.03.2018A two diffractive beam splitter system for high-NA pattern generation is designed with IFTA, and the system performance is investigated, especially with the non-paraxial splitter analyzed by using FMM.
High-NA Pattern Generation by Combining Two Beam Splitter Elementszip0.9 MiB14.03.2018A two diffractive beam splitter system for high-NA pattern generation is designed with IFTA, and the system performance is investigated, especially with the non-paraxial splitter analyzed by using FMM.
Diffraction Order Overlap in a Czerny-Turner Setuppdf542 KiB14.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup, which consists of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating, is presented, particularly with the higher diffraction order taken into account.
Diffraction Order Overlap in a Czerny-Turner Setupzip403 KiB14.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup, which consists of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating, is presented, particularly with the higher diffraction order taken into account.
Resolving Sodium Doublet by Using a Czerny-Turner Setuppdf465 KiB14.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup consisting of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating for Sodium doublet examination, is investigated.
Resolving Sodium Doublet by Using a Czerny-Turner Setupzip382 KiB14.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup consisting of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating for Sodium doublet examination, is investigated.
Shaping a Gaussian Laser Beam into a Donut Modepdf370 KiB14.03.2018With the iterative Fourier transfrom algorithm (IFTA) in VirtualLab, design of a phase-only beam shaper for generating a donut mode, with optical vortex phase distribution is presented.
Shaping a Gaussian Laser Beam into a Donut Modezip1.3 MiB14.03.2018With the iterative Fourier transfrom algorithm (IFTA) in VirtualLab, design of a phase-only beam shaper for generating a donut mode, with optical vortex phase distribution is presented.
Czerny-Turner Setuppdf577 KiB07.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup, which consists of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating, is presented.
Czerny-Turner Setupzip791 KiB07.03.2018A physical-optics-based simulation of Czerny-Turner setup, which consists of parabolic mirrors and blazed grating, is presented.
Herrig Schiefspiegler Telescopepdf379 KiB02.04.2018A Herrig Schiefspiegler telescope with two mirrors, but with four reflections in a double-pass configuration, is modeled with the non-sequential ray and field tracing techniques in VirtualLab.
Herrig Schiefspiegler Telescopezip322 KiB02.04.2018A Herrig Schiefspiegler telescope with two mirrors, but with four reflections in a double-pass configuration, is modeled with the non-sequential ray and field tracing techniques in VirtualLab.
Modeling of Microlens Array with Different Lens Shapespdf674 KiB02.04.2018The imaging properties of microlens array with different lens shapes are investigated. Change of the focal spots with respect to aberration of input field is demonstrated.
Modeling of Microlens Array with Different Lens Shapeszip0.9 MiB02.04.2018The imaging properties of microlens array with different lens shapes are investigated. Change of the focal spots with respect to aberration of input field is demonstrated.
Export of Fabrication Datapdf757 KiB16.08.2017Highlights are export of fabrication data for various surface shapes and export of quantized interfaces like binary masks for lithographic fabrication techniques.
Analysis of an Offner System with Non-Sequential Field Tracingpdf283 KiB19.04.2018An Offner system that consists of two concentric spherical mirrors is built up and its imaging property is investigated by using the non-sequential field tracing in VirtualLab.
Analysis of an Offner System with Non-Sequential Field Tracingzip242 KiB19.04.2018An Offner system that consists of two concentric spherical mirrors is built up and its imaging property is investigated by using the non-sequential field tracing in VirtualLab.
Examination of Sodium D Lines with Etalonpdf744 KiB14.03.2018A silica-spaced etalon is build up and used to measure the sodium D lines, with the non-sequential field tracing technique in VirtualLab Fusion.
Examination of Sodium D Lines with Etalonzip510 KiB14.03.2018A silica-spaced etalon is build up and used to measure the sodium D lines, with the non-sequential field tracing technique in VirtualLab Fusion.
Feature Use Cases
Grating Order Analyzerpdf2.0 MiB08.02.2018The analysis of the diffraction efficiencies of gratings is the typical modeling task with gratings. In VirtualLab this is done by the Grating Order Analyzer, which can display the efficiencies and Rayleigh coefficients of the distinct orders in various ways.
Grating Order Analyzerzip1.6 MiB08.02.2018The analysis of the diffraction efficiencies of gratings is the typical modeling task with gratings. In VirtualLab this is done by the Grating Order Analyzer, which can display the efficiencies and Rayleigh coefficients of the distinct orders in various ways.
Analyzing High-NA Objective Lens Focusingpdf1.1 MiB28.02.2018High-NA objective lenses are widely used in optical lithography, microscopy, etc. Consideration of the vectorial nature of light in the simulation of the focusing is therefore fundamental.
Analyzing High-NA Objective Lens Focusingzip773 KiB28.02.2018High-NA objective lenses are widely used in optical lithography, microscopy, etc. Consideration of the vectorial nature of light in the simulation of the focusing is therefore fundamental.
Construction and Modeling of a Graded-Index Lenspdf0.9 MiB14.02.2018VirtualLab allows the specification of a graded-index lens in a very user friendly way. In addition such index modulated lenses can be analyzed by ray tracing as well as field tracing.
Construction and Modeling of a Graded-Index Lenszip775 KiB14.02.2018VirtualLab allows the specification of a graded-index lens in a very user friendly way. In addition such index modulated lenses can be analyzed by ray tracing as well as field tracing.
Export Systems and Components into STL & IGES Formatpdf740 KiB14.02.2018VirtualLab supports the export of optical components specified in the system into various CAD formats. This includes for example the export of lenses, prisms, mirror systems and other components into STL and in IGES format.
Export Systems and Components into STL & IGES Formatzip473 KiB14.02.2018VirtualLab supports the export of optical components specified in the system into various CAD formats. This includes for example the export of lenses, prisms, mirror systems and other components into STL and in IGES format.
Import Optical Systems from Zemaxpdf1.0 MiB14.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion allows to import optical systems with full 3D position information and glasses from Zemax files. The import enables a user friendly interface between the two software packages.
Import Optical Systems from Zemaxzip638 KiB14.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion allows to import optical systems with full 3D position information and glasses from Zemax files. The import enables a user friendly interface between the two software packages.
Specification of Diffraction Orders for Grating Regionspdf0.9 MiB28.02.2018The waveguide component allow to define an arbitrary set of grating regions per surface. Per grating region several parameters can be defined. The user can specify a set of selected orders for each grating region.
Specification of Diffraction Orders for Grating Regionszip491 KiB28.02.2018The waveguide component allow to define an arbitrary set of grating regions per surface. Per grating region several parameters can be defined. The user can specify a set of selected orders for each grating region.
Usage of Focal Length Analyzerpdf1.0 MiB14.02.2018The focal length is an important parameter to evaluate an imaging system. By using the Focal Length Analyzer, the effective and back focal length of optical components can be obtained and used with parametric optimization.
Usage of Focal Length Analyzerzip763 KiB14.02.2018The focal length is an important parameter to evaluate an imaging system. By using the Focal Length Analyzer, the effective and back focal length of optical components can be obtained and used with parametric optimization.
Customizable Help for Programmable Elementspdf680 KiB14.02.2018VirtualLab provides multiple tools to implement your custom sources, components, detectors etc. For documentation of such customized object the snippet help can be used.
Configuration of Grating Structures by Using Special Mediapdf758 KiB25.04.2018In the VirtualLab’s Grating Software Package grating structures can be configured by using a stack. In this use case the configuration of grating structures based on media is explained.
Configuration of Grating Structures by Using Special Mediazip659 KiB25.04.2018In the VirtualLab’s Grating Software Package grating structures can be configured by using a stack. In this use case the configuration of grating structures based on media is explained.
Animation Generation from Chromatic Fields Sets in Parameter Runpdf795 KiB28.02.2018A very typical detector within VirtualLab is the camera detector which generates a chromatic fields set. This use case demonstrates how easy it is to convert a set of chromatic fields sets into an animation from a parameter run.
Animation Generation from Chromatic Fields Sets in Parameter Runzip9.2 MiB28.02.2018A very typical detector within VirtualLab is the camera detector which generates a chromatic fields set. This use case demonstrates how easy it is to convert a set of chromatic fields sets into an animation from a parameter run.
Configuration of Grating Structures by Using Interfacespdf1.8 MiB25.04.2018In the VirtualLab’s Grating Software Package grating structures can be configured by using a stack. In this use case the configuration of grating structures based on interfaces is explained.
Configuration of Grating Structures by Using Interfaceszip0.9 MiB28.02.2018In the VirtualLab’s Grating Software Package grating structures can be configured by using a stack. In this use case the configuration of grating structures based on interfaces is explained.
Data Array Import with Saved Settingspdf1.2 MiB28.02.2018Data is often stored in the form of .txt, .csv, .bmp etc. VirtualLab Fusion supports to import these data forms and store them into Data Array. VirtualLab Fusion supports also to save and load the settings of the import for multiple import sessions.
Data Array Import with Saved Settingszip6.3 MiB28.02.2018Data is often stored in the form of .txt, .csv, .bmp etc. VirtualLab Fusion supports to import these data forms and store them into Data Array. VirtualLab Fusion supports also to save and load the settings of the import for multiple import sessions.
Electromagnetic Field Detectorpdf1.0 MiB28.02.2018With the Electromagnetic Field Detector the user can access the fully vectorial electromagnetic field at any given plane in the system. We explain here how to handle this detector.
Electromagnetic Field Detectorzip0.9 MiB28.02.2018With the Electromagnetic Field Detector the user can access the fully vectorial electromagnetic field at any given plane in the system. We explain here how to handle this detector.
Flexible Region Configurationpdf1.1 MiB28.02.2018In optical modeling, a finite region is often used as the area for further operation. VirtualLab Fusion supports to generate regions in different manners with great ease.
Flexible Region Configurationzip576 KiB28.02.2018In optical modeling, a finite region is often used as the area for further operation. VirtualLab Fusion supports to generate regions in different manners with great ease.
Import of Zemax Beam Filespdf860 KiB28.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion can import the Zemax beam file, and convert it into field with full components. After importing, further operation with the field can be applied, e.g. propagation.
Import of Zemax Beam Fileszip18.6 MiB28.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion can import the Zemax beam file, and convert it into field with full components. After importing, further operation with the field can be applied, e.g. propagation.
Light Path Diagram Information Exportpdf0.9 MiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion you can export a summary of all system parameters in the light path diagram into an XML File. This use case shows how to export the parameters and how to visualize the parameters.
Source Code Editorpdf483 KiB19.02.2018For optical elements, which cannot be found in the catalogs of VirtualLab Fusion, users are able to create them by using programmable objects, e.g., programmable source, interface, medium and detector. The programming language is C#. The source code editors is the most important structure of all programmable objects. This use case introduces the general structure of the source code editor.
Specification of Diffraction Efficiencies for Grating Regionspdf1.0 MiB28.02.2018In modern optical systems gratings often appear edged into or deposited onto other elements. Here we cover how to characterise their efficiencies rigorously or by inputting the values ad hoc.
Specification of Diffraction Efficiencies for Grating Regionszip653 KiB28.02.2018In modern optical systems gratings often appear edged into or deposited onto other elements. Here we cover how to characterise their efficiencies rigorously or by inputting the values ad hoc.
Usage of Camera Detectorpdf603 KiB19.02.2018The Camera Detector constitutes one of the most fundamental detectors in VirtualLab Fusion. Keep reading for an in-depth description of how to configure and use this detector in simulations.
Usage of Camera Detectorzip452 KiB19.02.2018The Camera Detector constitutes one of the most fundamental detectors in VirtualLab Fusion. Keep reading for an in-depth description of how to configure and use this detector in simulations.
Usage of Distortion Analyzerpdf0.9 MiB19.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion provides an analyzer for the distortion of an optical system that yields the standard representation of distortion versus angle.
Usage of Distortion Analyzerzip872 KiB19.02.2018VirtualLab Fusion provides an analyzer for the distortion of an optical system that yields the standard representation of distortion versus angle.
Usage of Field Curvature Analyzerpdf836 KiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, the field curvature of a lens component can be analyzed precisely, with the field curvature analyzer used. This use case shows how to set up the parameters in the field curvature analyzer.
Usage of Field Curvature Analyzerzip527 KiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, the field curvature of a lens component can be analyzed precisely, with the field curvature analyzer used. This use case shows how to set up the parameters in the field curvature analyzer.
Wavefront Error Detectorpdf629 KiB19.02.2018Wavefront error is defined as the difference between the reference wavefront phase, which is a constant phase or spherical phase, and the detected wavefront phase of one optical system. This use case shows how to handle a wavefront error detector in VirtualLab Fusion.
Wavefront Error Detectorzip506 KiB19.02.2018Wavefront error is defined as the difference between the reference wavefront phase, which is a constant phase or spherical phase, and the detected wavefront phase of one optical system. This use case shows how to handle a wavefront error detector in VirtualLab Fusion.
Channel Setting for Non-Sequential Tracingpdf1.3 MiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, non-sequential tracing is enabled by adjusting the channels of a surface as well as regions on a surface. This use case shows the adjustment of channels for a surface and a region on a surface, and the consequences from these settings.
Channel Setting for Non-Sequential Tracingzip0.9 MiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, non-sequential tracing is enabled by adjusting the channels of a surface as well as regions on a surface. This use case shows the adjustment of channels for a surface and a region on a surface, and the consequences from these settings.
Position and Orientation Information Display Controlpdf1.0 MiB28.02.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, users can select which information of position and orientation to be shown. This use case shows how to set up the position and orientation information display in a Light Path View.
Usage of PSF & MTF Detectorpdf488 KiB19.02.2018Point spread function and modulation transfer function are important optical quantities to evaluate the quality of an imaging system. In VirtualLab Fusion, PSF and MTF for an imaging system are fast and accurately calculated.
Usage of PSF & MTF Detectorzip415 KiB19.02.2018Point spread function and modulation transfer function are important optical quantities to evaluate the quality of an imaging system. In VirtualLab Fusion, PSF and MTF for an imaging system are fast and accurately calculated.
How to Control the Inclusion of Diffraction using Field Tracingpdf692 KiB28.02.2018In this document we present a clear workflow for how to configure a simulation so that diffraction effects are accounted for or disregarded in a physical optics simulation.
How to Control the Inclusion of Diffraction using Field Tracingzip541 KiB28.02.2018In this document we present a clear workflow for how to configure a simulation so that diffraction effects are accounted for or disregarded in a physical optics simulation.
Overview of Detectorspdf790 KiB26.02.2018Detectors are a fundamental part of any optical system. In this document you may find an overview of the detectors which are readily available in VirtualLab Fusion.
Programmable Light Source, Function, Interface and Mediumpdf676 KiB28.02.2018VirtualLab offers the option to define optical component by programmable elements. This use case explains the usage of code snippets for programmable light source, interface, function and medium
Programmable Light Source, Function, Interface and Mediumzip615 KiB28.02.2018VirtualLab offers the option to define optical component by programmable elements. This use case explains the usage of code snippets for programmable light source, interface, function and medium
Uniformity Detector in the Waveguide Toolboxzip554 KiB26.02.2018In the advanced imaging system, when the exit pupils are repeated, uniformity of the energy of these exit pupils is an important merit function to evaluate the quality of the optical system. This use case shows how to use the uniformity detector.
Uniformity Detector in the Waveguide Toolboxpdf0.9 MiB26.02.2018In the advanced imaging system, when the exit pupils are repeated, uniformity of the energy of these exit pupils is an important merit function to evaluate the quality of the optical system. This use case shows how to use the uniformity detector.
The Programmable Componentpdf1.8 MiB28.02.2018VirtualLab supports various possibilities for customization. This use case shows how to specify arbitrary effects to equidistant or non-equidistant field data as an optical component within optical systems.
Channel Resolution Accuracy Setting of Non-Sequential Field Tracingpdf690 KiB28.02.2018Non-sequential field tracing is done with two steps in VirtualLab Fusion. Firstly, according to an adjustable accuracy factor, the light path through the system is detected. This light path finding can be controlled by the corresponding accuracy factor.
Channel Resolution Accuracy Setting of Non-Sequential Field Tracingzip453 KiB28.02.2018Non-sequential field tracing is done with two steps in VirtualLab Fusion. Firstly, according to an adjustable accuracy factor, the light path through the system is detected. This light path finding can be controlled by the corresponding accuracy factor.
Wave Aberration Detectorspdf1.9 MiB28.02.2018In lens design, the aberration information in the lens system is important for the optimization process. In VirtualLab Fusion, detectors for different kinds of wave aberration representation are provided.
Wave Aberration Detectorszip1.7 MiB28.02.2018In lens design, the aberration information in the lens system is important for the optimization process. In VirtualLab Fusion, detectors for different kinds of wave aberration representation are provided.
Application of the Programmable Mode of a Parameter Runpdf408 KiB14.03.2018In VirtualLab, the variation of parameters of optical systems are freely customizable by using the programmable mode of the parameter run feature. In an example, the application of this programmable mode is presented.
Application of the Programmable Mode of a Parameter Runzip415 KiB14.03.2018In VirtualLab, the variation of parameters of optical systems are freely customizable by using the programmable mode of the parameter run feature. In an example, the application of this programmable mode is presented.
Advanced Configuration of Slanted Gratingspdf423 KiB15.03.2018Coated slanted gratings can be configured easily within VirtualLab. This use case explains the available options for the customization of slanted gratings.
System Analysis with Sequential and Non-Sequential Tracingpdf436 KiB16.03.2018VirtualLab enables the user to build up an optical system once and analyze it with different tracing techniques. This use case demonstrates how the non-sequential analysis of your setup can be performed.
System Analysis with Sequential and Non-Sequential Tracingzip341 KiB16.03.2018VirtualLab enables the user to build up an optical system once and analyze it with different tracing techniques. This use case demonstrates how the non-sequential analysis of your setup can be performed.
Non-Sequential Configuration: How to Use Simulation Settings for Ray and Field Tracingpdf288 KiB24.04.2018VirtualLab can be used to perform ray tracing as well as field tracing. The control of numerical simulations is typically handled by specification of various numerical parameters. In VirtualLab this is commonly handled by the specification of accuracy factors. This document explains the usage of the provided accuracy factors to control the ray and field tracing engine within VirtualLab with the focus on the setting of non-sequential simulation.
Export of Results of a Parameter Runpdf390 KiB25.04.2018Variation of parameters of an optical system can be done by using VirtualLab’s parameter run. In this use case the export of the provided results of the parameter run is explained.
Non-Sequential Configuration: How to Use Simulation Settings for Ray and Field Tracingpdf288 KiB24.04.2018VirtualLab can be used to perform ray tracing as well as field tracing. The control of numerical simulations is typically handled by specification of various numerical parameters. In VirtualLab this is commonly handled by the specification of accuracy factors. This document explains the usage of the provided accuracy factors to control the ray and field tracing engine within VirtualLab with the focus on the setting of non-sequential simulation.
Orientation of Gratings within a Grating Regionpdf788 KiB25.04.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, users can define arbitrary regions on an optical surface. Within a region, grating interface /stack can be added on.
Orientation of Gratings within a Grating Regionzip739 KiB25.04.2018In VirtualLab Fusion, users can define arbitrary regions on an optical surface. Within a region, grating interface /stack can be added on.
Coupling of Parameters in VirtualLab Fusionpdf381 KiB13.04.2018The parameter coupling feature of VirtualLab enables the coupling of each parameter of an arbitrary optical setup. Further, the values can be used to re-calculate other parameters and thus this feature allows to create very complex relations of these parameters.
Coupling of Parameters in VirtualLab Fusionzip335 KiB13.04.2018The parameter coupling feature of VirtualLab enables the coupling of each parameter of an arbitrary optical setup. Further, the values can be used to re-calculate other parameters and thus this feature allows to create very complex relations of these parameters.
Investigation of Polarization State of Diffraction Orders pdf551 KiB25.04.2018In the grating software package, the periodic structure can be configured by using interfaces
or/and media within a stack. The user interface to set up the geometry of a stack is user friendly and allows to generate even more complex gratings easily.
Investigation of Polarization State of Diffraction Orderszip695 KiB25.04.2018In the grating software package, the periodic structure can be configured by using interfaces or/and media within a stack. The user interface to set up the geometry of a stack is user friendly and allows to generate even more complex gratings easily.
Structure Designpdf691 KiB25.04.2018In VirtualLab Fusion the user can design phase functions, which works as beam shaper, beam splitter and diffuser. This use case shows the usage of the structure design tool, which can be used to convert the phase function into a height profile.
Structure Designzip1.8 MiB25.04.2018In VirtualLab Fusion the user can design phase functions, which works as beam shaper, beam splitter and diffuser. This use case shows the usage of the structure design tool, which can be used to convert the phase function into a height profile.
Analysis of Blazed Grating by Fourier Modal Methodpdf0.9 MiB08.02.2018The Fourier modal method (FMM) can be used to analyze grating efficiencies rigorously. VirtualLab allows rigorous efficiency analysis for single simulations as well as for parameter variations.
Polarizer in Focal Regionzip15.5 MiB07.03.2018To model polarizer used in non-paraxial cases, an idealized model is implemented in VirtualLab, and the effect of a polarizer in the focal region is presented.
Polarizer in Focal Regionpdf1.0 MiB07.03.2018To model polarizer used in non-paraxial cases, an idealized model is implemented in VirtualLab, and the effect of a polarizer in the focal region is presented.
Modeling of Graded-Index (GRIN) Lenszip440 KiB07.03.2018VirtualLab provides a physical-optics modeling technique for light propagation through GRIN media, which includes fully electromagnetic information and runs as fast as ray tracing.
Modeling of Graded-Index (GRIN) Lenspdf763 KiB07.03.2018VirtualLab provides a physical-optics modeling technique for light propagation through GRIN media, which includes fully electromagnetic information and runs as fast as ray tracing.
High-NA Focusing by Off-Axis Parabolic Mirrorzip373 KiB07.03.2018In high-NA focusing situations, e.g. with parabolic mirror, it is demonstrated that input fields with polarizations leads to different focal spots.
High-NA Focusing by Off-Axis Parabolic Mirrorpdf626 KiB07.03.2018In high-NA focusing situations, e.g. with parabolic mirror, it is demonstrated that input fields with polarizations leads to different focal spots.
Analysis of Blazed Grating by Fourier Modal Methodzip1.0 MiB08.02.2018The Fourier modal method (FMM) can be used to analyze grating efficiencies rigorously. VirtualLab allows rigorous efficiency analysis for single simulations as well as for parameter variations.
Stokes Parameters Measurement behind a Tilted Polarizerpdf500 KiB07.03.2018By using an idealized non-paraxial polarizer model, the interaction of a polarizer with incident wave from different angles is investigated, and the results are characterized by Stokes parameters.
Stokes Parameters Measurement behind a Tilted Polarizerzip381 KiB07.03.2018By using an idealized non-paraxial polarizer model, the interaction of a polarizer with incident wave from different angles is investigated, and the results are characterized by Stokes parameters.
Stress-induced Birefringence in Laser Crystalspdf631 KiB07.03.2018The stress-induced birefringence in a YAG crystal is investigated, by examining the change of output field with respect to the strength of stresses.
Stress-induced Birefringence in Laser Crystalszip362 KiB07.03.2018The stress-induced birefringence in a YAG crystal is investigated, by examining the change of output field with respect to the strength of stresses.
Advanced PSF Calculation in a High NA Lens Systempdf499 KiB07.03.2018When a linearly polarized Gaussian beam is focused by a high-NA aspheric lens, the PSF in focal plane shows asymmetry due to vectorial effects.
Advanced PSF Calculation in a High NA Lens Systemzip247 KiB07.03.2018When a linearly polarized Gaussian beam is focused by a high-NA aspheric lens, the PSF in focal plane shows asymmetry due to vectorial effects.
Electromagnetic Field Interaction with Nanocylinderspdf472 KiB07.03.2018With the perfectly matched layers (PMLs) technique, the interaction between a focused Gaussian beam and nanocylinders with varying diameters is investigated.
Electromagnetic Field Interaction with Nanocylinderszip464 KiB07.03.2018With the perfectly matched layers (PMLs) technique, the interaction between a focused Gaussian beam and nanocylinders with varying diameters is investigated.
Femtosecond Pulse Propagation through Dispersive Seawaterpdf445 KiB14.03.2018The propagation of an 5 fs pulse through seawater is studied in VirtualLab. The broadening of the pulse and the change in its temporal profile due to dispersion of the material are shown.
Femtosecond Pulse Propagation through Dispersive Seawaterzip249 KiB14.03.2018The propagation of an 5 fs pulse through seawater is studied in VirtualLab. The broadening of the pulse and the change in its temporal profile due to dispersion of the material are shown.
Michelson Interferometerpdf312 KiB22.03.2018A Michelson interferometer with Xenon lamp source is modeled, with the spectral property, i.e. limited coherence length, of the source fully taken into account.
Michelson Interferometerzip86 MiB22.03.2018A Michelson interferometer with Xenon lamp source is modeled, with the spectral property, i.e. limited coherence length, of the source fully taken into account.
Light Path Diagram Conceptpdf473 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the basic concept of the Light Path Diagram (LPD) consisting of two separate windows for the setup of optical systems.
LPD, light path view, light path editor, optical setup, system, UseCase.0010, UseCase0010
Pulse Simulation – Temporal Dispersionpdf658 KiB05.10.2016The use case demonstrate the effect of material dispersion on pulse propagation. It demonstrates the modeling of a pulse through 100 mm in BK7 vs Air. The central wavelength of the pulse is 800 nm. Different pulse lengths are evaluated: 5, 10, 15 fs. PDF only.
Pulse Simulation – Pulse Evaluationzip358 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates the usage of the pulse evaluation detector. The pulse evaluation detector is a light path element which can be added into the light path diagram and used for the evaluation of the pulse shape. The detector enable the user to generate pulse information for the Ex, Ey or Ez component of the electromagnetic field. It is possible to generate the pulse information within 1D, 2D or 3D.pulse, detector, spectrum, optical path length, UseCase.0052, UseCase0052
Pulse Simulation – Generationpdf467 KiB05.10.2016The use case shall discuss the possibilities to define a pulse in VirtualLab. Different options of definition will be explained. Further usage of the generated pulse document to define the spectral distribution of a light source will be illustrated.pulse, visualization, generator, gaussian, UseCase.0051, UseCase0051
Media Catalogpdf526 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains how the media catalog of VirtualLab shall be used. Media can be homogeneous or inhomogeneous. The media catalog allows to store media into a database which can be accessed for specifying components or free space regions.
optical medium, materials, homogeneous, inhomogeneous, UseCase.0017, UseCase0017
Materials Catalogpdf490 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how the material catalog can be used within VirtualLab. An overview of the possibilities to access material information will be given. It is shown how materials can be load from catalog and saved for further using.
material, dispersion, absorption, formula based, sampled, programmable, UseCase.0016, UseCase0016
Real Components in VirtualLabpdf636 KiB05.10.2016VirtualLab differs between idealized and real components. Real components have a real structure definition and the propagation through the structure can be defined. This use case shows how real components can be added to the light path diagram. It also demonstrate the edit options for real components. Further information on the setup of the propagation techniques to analyze the component will be discussed.
structure, propagation, interfaces, media, UseCase.0015, UseCase0015
Light Sources Catalogpdf463 KiB05.10.2016The use case demonstrates the usage of the light source catalog. It is also shown how the light source catalog can be accessed from the light path diagram.
light path diagram, predefined, catalog, source, UseCase.0014, UseCase0014
Light Sources in VirtualLabpdf676 KiB05.10.2016The use case explains how light sources are configured to simulate different radiation in a plane. In general VirtualLab differs between basic and partial coherent sources.LED, laser, harmonic fields, harmonic fields set, spectra, pulses, polarization, UseCase.0012, UseCase0012
Positioning and Orientation of Elementspdf1.2 MiB05.10.2016This use case explains the basic concept of how optical elements are positioned and oriented within an optical system.
positioning, orientation, element, component, angle, basal, isolated, input channel, output channel, coordinate system, orgin, UseCase.0011, UseCase0011
Pulse Simulation – Temporal Dispersionzip363 KiB05.10.2016The use case demonstrate the effect of material dispersion on pulse propagation. It demonstrates the modeling of a pulse through 100 mm in BK7 vs Air. The central wavelength of the pulse is 800 nm. Different pulse lengths are evaluated: 5, 10, 15 fs.pulse, bandwidth handling, temporal dispersion , UseCase.0053, UseCase0053
Optimize Detector Positionpdf514 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates a very convenient tool for finding an optimized position of detectors. PDF only.
Optimize Detector Positionzip258 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates a very convenient tool for finding an optimized position of detectors.ray tracing, detector, positions, pilot ray, bundle, tool, UseCase.0062, UseCase0062
Tutorial - Simulation
Pulse Simulation – Pulse Evaluationzip358 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates the usage of the pulse evaluation detector. The pulse evaluation detector is a light path element which can be added into the light path diagram and used for the evaluation of the pulse shape. The detector enable the user to generate pulse information for the Ex, Ey or Ez component of the electromagnetic field. It is possible to generate the pulse information within 1D, 2D or 3D.pulse, detector, spectrum, optical path length, UseCase.0052, UseCase0052
Usage of the Parameter Runpdf611 KiB05.10.2016This use case gives an overview of the Parameter Run document.
parameter, varying, variation, change, tolerance, simulation, parallelization, combination, random, Monte Carlo, result animation, UseCase.0065, UseCase0065
Parameteric Optimization using the Ray Tracing Enginezip554 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrate how VirtualLab can be used to perform a parametric optimization using the ray tracing engine.ray tracing, lenses, optimization, radius of curvature, design, UseCase.0080, UseCase0080
Pulse Simulation – Pulse Evaluationpdf651 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates the usage of the pulse evaluation detector. The pulse evaluation detector is a light path element which can be added into the light path diagram and used for the evaluation of the pulse shape. The detector enable the user to generate pulse information for the Ex, Ey or Ez component of the electromagnetic field. It is possible to generate the pulse information within 1D, 2D or 3D.
pulse, detector, spectrum, optical path length, UseCase.0052, UseCase0052
Settings and Result Displays of the Ray Tracing Enginezip802 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the configuration options and the result displays of the Ray Tracing Engine.
Ray tracing, dot diagram, position, direction, optical path length, absorption, triangle option, ray selection, UseCase.0047, UseCase0047
Settings and Result Displays of the Ray Tracing System Analyzer Enginezip181 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the configuration options and the result displays of the Ray Tracing System Analyzer Engine.
3D ray tracing, ray, system information, anaylzer, UseCase.0048, UseCase0048
Tutorial - Tools & Handling
Set up Global Options in VirtualLabpdf587 KiB05.10.2016This use case describes the basics about the global options dialog of VirtualLab.global options, settings, UseCase.0001, UseCase0001
Interfaces Catalogpdf815 KiB05.10.2016The use case demonstrates the usage of the interfaces catalog of VirtualLab. Interfaces are used to define inhomogeous regions within a system. The interface catalog allow to benefit from the usage of pre-defined catalog entries. It is also shown how user-defined interfaces can be stored into the interface catalog.
optical surface, height profile, medium change, transition, export, CAD, UseCase.0019, UseCase0019
Media Catalogpdf526 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains how the media catalog of VirtualLab shall be used. Media can be homogeneous or inhomogeneous. The media catalog allows to store media into a database which can be accessed for specifying components or free space regions.
optical medium, materials, homogeneous, inhomogeneous, UseCase.0017, UseCase0017
Light Sources Catalogpdf463 KiB05.10.2016The use case demonstrates the usage of the light source catalog. It is also shown how the light source catalog can be accessed from the light path diagram.
light path diagram, predefined, catalog, source, UseCase.0014, UseCase0014
Catalog Conceptpdf444 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the basic catalog concept. It explains how the catalogs can be accessed in general. An overview of all available catalogs is given.catalog, light source, component, material, detector, interface, medium, boundary response, coating, stack, UseCase.0013, UseCase0013
Usage of the Property Browserpdf430 KiB05.10.2016The property browser can be used to access additional information for the active document. The use case explain the general structure of the property browser. The property browser will be discussed on the example for 2D data arrays.information, document specific, view, properties, UseCase.0009, UseCase0009
Data Array Ribbonspdf537 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the document specific ribbons for data arrays. Data arrays are of central concern within VirtualLab, because they are the numerical object to stored data. An overview of the view options, manipulations tools and detectors for data arrays will be given.data arrays, document specific ribbons, view, manipulations, detectors, UseCase.0008, UseCase0008
Quick Access Toolbarpdf529 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to use the quick access toolbar for often used commands.quick access, icon, shortcut, documents, UseCase.0005, UseCase0005
Structure of VirtualLab User Interfacepdf677 KiB05.10.2016The use case gives a basic description of the general structure of the user interface of VirtualLab. The usage of documents will be shown as well as permanent and document-specific ribbons. Also the additional support windows (like property browser) will be illustrated.documents, ribbons, docking windows, message window, detector results, property browser, VirtualLab explorer, document windows, monitoring, UseCase.0003, UseCase0003
Performance Settings - Recommendationspdf381 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the configuration option on the "Performance" tab of the global options dialog and gives some clues what settings might be suitable.performance, time, memory, consuming, large data, paralellization, CPU, core, FFT algorithm, RAM, warning, sampling, UseCase.0002, UseCase0002
Parameter Overviewpdf672 KiB05.10.2016This use case introduces the Parameter Overview dialog which allows you to set all numerical parameters within a Light Path Diagram at once.
Parameter Overview, grating equation, find, set, configure, quick, fast, system, comparison, check, UseCase.0029, UseCase0029
Parameter Overviewzip372 KiB05.10.2016This use case introduces the Parameter Overview dialog which allows you to set all numerical parameters within a Light Path Diagram at once.
Parameter Overview, grating equation, find, set, configure, quick, fast, system, comparison, check, UseCase.0029, UseCase0029
Import of Bitmap- and ASCII-Datapdf856 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains how to import bitmap data or ASCII data to a data array for further use within VirtualLab.
import, data array, measurement, image, UseCase.0039, UseCase0039
Import of Bitmap- and ASCII-Datazip562 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains how to import bitmap data or ASCII data to a data array for further use within VirtualLab.
import, data array, measurement, image, UseCase.0039, UseCase0039
Using and Understanding Complex Histogramszip6.4 MiB05.10.2016This explains how complex histograms of harmonic fields are to be interpreted.
Complex Histograms, harmonic fields, transmissions, UseCase.0044, UseCase0044
Creating Nice 1D-Diagramspdf870 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to configure 1D diagrams in a way they meet the demands of an appealing presentation.
Creating Nice 1D-Diagramszip548 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to configure 1D diagrams in a way they meet the demands of an appealing presentation.
1D view, y=f(x), axis, axes, graph, line, symbol, font size, presentation , UseCase.0045, UseCase0045
Creating Nice 2D-Diagramspdf2.1 MiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to configure diagrams in a way they meet the demands of an appealing presentation. Diagrams are used to visualize for example numerical data arrays. PDF only.
Settings and Result Displays of the Ray Tracing Enginezip802 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the configuration options and the result displays of the Ray Tracing Engine.
Ray tracing, dot diagram, position, direction, optical path length, absorption, triangle option, ray selection, UseCase.0047, UseCase0047
Settings and Result Displays of the Ray Tracing System Analyzer Enginezip181 KiB05.10.2016This use case explains the configuration options and the result displays of the Ray Tracing System Analyzer Engine.
3D ray tracing, ray, system information, anaylzer, UseCase.0048, UseCase0048
Combine Chromatic Fields Setspdf447 KiB05.10.2016This use case illustrates the usage of a module for the combination of two chromatic fields sets (CFSs). PDF only.
Combine Chromatic Fields Setszip331 KiB05.10.2016This use case illustrates the usage of a module for the combination of two chromatic fields sets (CFSs).
merge, combine, together, detector result, CFS , UseCase.0061, UseCase0061
Calculators in VirtualLabpdf579 KiB05.10.2016This use case introduces Calculators which can evaluate and visualize several basic equations and thus help to interpret more complex simulations.
Calculator, grating equation, Fresnel coefficient, Cartesian angle, spherical angle, Euler angle, Gaussian beam, ABCD matrix, wave number, UseCase.0066, UseCase0066
Multigraph Mode for 1D Numerical Data Arrayspdf490 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to use the Multigraph Mode for diagrams showing 1D Numerical Data Arrays. Several setup options will be discussed.
The use case also explains the specification of default values for the Multigraph Mode via the Global Options dialog. PDF only.
Multigraph Mode for 1D Numerical Data Arrayszip204 KiB05.10.2016This use case demonstrates how to use the Multigraph Mode for diagrams showing 1D Numerical Data Arrays. Several setup options will be discussed.
The use case also explains the specification of default values for the Multigraph Mode via the Global Options dialog. Zip-file includes use case (pdf) and VirtualLab sample file(s).Diagram, 1D, Numerical Data Array, Multigraph Mode, Singlegraph Mode, UseCase.0085, UseCase0085
VirtualLab User Manualpdf21 MiB16.03.2018This pdf-file contains the user manual of VirtualLab Fusion.
White Papers
VirtualLab Fusion Technologiespdf98 KiB25.04.2018Collection of research papers: With this document we would like to provide you with a compact overview of VirtualLab Fusion’s theoretical and technological background, in connection with references for a more in-depth study.VirtualLab Fusion, theoretical, technological, background
