Undergrad Collimating a fibre-coupled LED light source

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The discussion centers on the collimation of a fibre-coupled LED light source using an achromatic doublet lens. It is established that positioning the collimating lens at a distance equal to its focal length effectively collimates the light. Participants inquire about simulation software that allows for parameter input to visualize this optical process. Recommendations include online tools for visualization, particularly for wavelengths outside the mid-infrared spectrum, where ray optics principles apply.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of optical principles, specifically collimation
  • Familiarity with achromatic doublet lenses
  • Knowledge of fibre-coupled LED light sources
  • Basic skills in using simulation software for optical design
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  • Research online optical simulation tools such as Zemax or OpticStudio
  • Explore the principles of ray optics in relation to LED light sources
  • Learn about the design and application of achromatic doublet lenses
  • Investigate the effects of wavelength on collimation techniques
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Optical engineers, physicists, and anyone involved in the design and optimization of fibre-coupled LED systems will benefit from this discussion.

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Summary:: I have a fibre coupled LED light and an achromatic doublet lens, I know by placing the collimating lens at a distance equal to the focal length of the lens, the light will get collimated. But is the a simulation software available where I can input the parameters I can so as to visualize the process.

I have a fibre coupled LED light and an achromatic doublet lens, I know by placing the collimating lens at a distance equal to the focal length of the lens, the light will get collimated. But is the a simulation software available where I can input the parameters I can so as to visualize the process.
 
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Can you be more specific? What are you hoping to get out of the simulation? If it's just a visualization aid, then there are online tools that can help you. Unless your LED is in the mid infrared, ray optics should be fine.
 

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