3D Printing of Optical Components by Andreas Henrich
The book ‘3D Printing of Optical Components’ by Andreas Henrich provides an introduction to the principles of 3D printing of optical components. It provides an overview of techniques, materials and applications and explores the current limitations of the technology for the benefit of a broad readership with contributions from experts in academia and industry. The edited volume reviews the current state of the art in the additive manufacturing of optical componentry, exploring key principles, materials, processes and applications.
A concise introduction acquaints readers with the core principles of 3D printing. The following chapter explores common and emerging materials used for printing optical components, with subsequent sections focusing on specific topics and case studies. The significant potential of additively manufactured optical components is highlighted through various manufacturing techniques, supported by extensive examples ranging from nanooptics to large-scale optics, and incorporating both research and industrial perspectives. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the innovative possibilities offered by this alternative approach to optical component production. The discussion concludes by addressing the method’s limitations concerning manufacturing techniques, materials, and the optical properties of the resulting objects.
