HarrisonKramer/optiland: v0.2.3 (Jan 2, 2025)
Year: 2025
Type: software
Abstract: Optiland v0.5.3 Release Notes v0.5.3 is a milestone release that introduces the first public version of the Optiland GUI, expands physical modeling capabilities, and enhances the optimization system with powerful new tools. This update pushes Optiland into a more accessible, interactive, and intelligent design platform for optics professionals and researchers. Screenshot of Optiland's GUI showing a reverse telephoto system. 🖥️ Graphical User Interface (Preview Release) First Public GUI Release An interactive desktop interface built with PySide6, providing access to key modeling and analysis tools without requiring code. Surface Sag Viewer Visualize surface sag profiles directly in the GUI for fast and intuitive inspection. Live Analysis Plots Dynamic plotting tools integrated into the GUI for rapid design diagnostics. 🧪 Modeling & Analysis Enhancements Temperature & Pressure Dependent Index Refractive indices can now be computed as functions of temperature and pressure, supporting more realistic and adaptive modeling. Angle vs. Height Plot Type New analysis plot for tracing ray angles against height, useful for telecentric or afocal systems. 🧠 Optimization System Upgrades Total Track Operand A new operand for objective functions based on total optical track length, useful for constraining system size or managing physical layout. Glass Expert (🚀 New Optimization Type) A major addition to the optimizer: automatically explores and selects optimal glass types for a given design, intelligently navigating the glass catalog during optimization. Brings Optiland closer to expert-level design support. 🧰 General Improvements Custom Surface Insertion Fix Corrected behavior when inserting user-defined surfaces, improving stability for advanced design workflows. Expanded Test Coverage Additional tests for new features and GUI components. Documentation Overhaul Significant expansion and revision of documentation, especially for GUI functionality and new optimization features. Optiland is rapidly evolving into a powerful end-to-end platform for optical design and analysis. The new GUI, advanced physical modeling, and expert-level optimization tools mark a leap forward in usability and capability.
Authors: Harrison, Kramer, Fragata Mendes, Manuel, Haasjes, Corné, Hein, Gregoire
Language: English
Subfield: Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949642909