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Are you designing a system and debating whether or not to use in-line illumination? Read more about the proper time to use in-line and comparisons at Edmund Optics.

Learn about integrating brightfield dome lights into vision systems

Learn about how to show different objects (diffuse and specular) with partial brightfield illumination using a white spot light or bar light.

Learn more about integrating brightfield ring lights into vision systems

Learn more about integrating darkfield ring lights into vision systems

Want to know about fluorescence microscopy? Read this article by a Biomedical Product Line Engineer at Edmund Optics to learn more.

Explore a wide selection of machine vision lighting at Edmund Optics from top brands and download free 3D printed mounts for various lighting geometries.

Learn about the use cases for a backlight, its advantages in industrial inspection and metrology, and the key considerations for integration into vision systems.

Not sure which type of illumination you should use for your system? Learn more about the pros and cons of different illumination types at Edmund Optics.

Do you use imaging systems constantly in your professional field? Learn top tips for improving your imaging system and practices at Edmund Optics.

Debating whether or not to use a traditional cylinder lens or an achromatic cylinder lens? Discover the benefits of achromatic cylinder lenses at Edmund Optics.

In order to understand vignetting, it is important to understand sensor sizes, formats, and roll-off and relative illumination. Find out more at Edmund Optics.

Not sure which beam expander will work best in your application? Check out EO's Beam Expander Selection Guide to easily compare each type at Edmund Optics.

Multiphoton microscopy is ideal for capturing high-resolution 3D images with reduced photobleaching and phototoxicity compared to confocal microscopy.

Learn what cylindrical lenses are, how they work, and how they are used in different systems in this guide by Edmund Optics.

Want to know more about the Modular Transfer Function? Learn about the components, understanding, importance, and characterization of MTF at Edmund Optics.

Machine vision systems heavily rely on illumination. Learn more about how structured illumination can maximize your system at Edmund Optics.

Want to learn more about metallic mirror coatings? Find information about standard and custom metallic mirror coatings that are available at Edmund Optics.

Are you new to imaging or looking for a refresh on camera types? Learn about the advantages to camera types, digital interfaces, and more at Edmund Optics.

Laser optics high reflectivity mirrors meet exceptional specifications that Edmund Optics' competitors often fail to meet. Learn more at Edmund Optics.

Do you have multiple projects that involve the use of a lens? Find out about different lenses that can be adapted for multiple purposes at Edmund Optics.

Reflective objectives use mirrors to focus light or form an image. Learn more about the different types and benefits of reflective objectives at Edmund Optics.

Do you want to understand how a lens works? To do so, you must learn key terms for how the lens functions, including resolution. Find out more at Edmund Optics.

Have a question about Edge-Blackening? Find more information on stray light, measuring BRDF, and more at Edmund Optics.

Are you looking to simplify the assembly of a digital video microscope? Find out how a TECHSPEC Optical Cage System allows for quick build at Edmund Optics.

Are you getting depth of field and depth of focus confused? Discover the differences and how to distinguish the two from one another at Edmund Optics.

MTF curves allow you to compare the performance of multiple lenses at the same time. To find out how MTF curves are beneficial, read more at Edmund Optics.

Discover the different types of testing targets and their ideal applications, advantages, limitations, equations, and examples at Edmund Optics.

Don't know which light pipe homogenizing rod will work with your system? Learn about how to choose the correct rod and more information at Edmund Optics.