Undergrad What website/software can draw optics setups like this?

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The discussion centers around identifying software or websites capable of drawing optics setups, specifically mentioning the use of free tools that allow for the selection of optics components such as lasers and mirror mounts. The user recalls utilizing a platform that supports basic light tracing and suggests that WebGL, particularly the THREE.js module, is suitable for this purpose. The conversation also hints at the possibility of relocating the thread to a more appropriate forum focused on computer science or programming.

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optics setup drawing
Some time ago, I drew a simple drawing. But now I can't remember how I drew it. Did I use a software or a website?
I remember I could choose some optics components, like the small laser in the image, the mirror mount, etc.
It can do basic light tracing.
It was free.
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I'm pretty sure WebGL (Javascript) is up to the task. Specifically you might look into the THREE.js module. On the other hand it sounds like you're searching for a particular piece of software. Anyway, good luck.

EDIT: BTW, ATT: moderators. This thread should probably be moved to the computer science/programming forum if the tool in question isn't directly optics-related that is.
 
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