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About Apollo

World leader in helping customers reach their objectives through process-driven design for manufacturing review, injection molding of polymer components that have optical features, sub-system assembly, and thin film coatings.  Proudly based in Rochester, NY.
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Mission

Mission

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Vision

Vision

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Manifesto

Manifesto

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Precision Optics. Proven Partnerships.

At Apollo Optical Systems, we design and manufacture high-performance optical components and assemblies for industries where clarity, reliability, and innovation matter most. From medical devices and defense applications to advanced imaging, aerospace, and industrial systems, our customers trust us to deliver solutions that meet the most demanding requirements.

 

Apollo Optical Systems Capabilities

From concept to full-scale production, we deliver end-to-end optical solutions built on precision, innovation, and trust.
Optical Design & Engineering Advanced modeling and design optimization to achieve the highest performance at the lowest cost. 
Precision Molding & Manufacturing  State-of-the-art polymer injection molding.
Coatings & Assemblies  Custom optical coatings, bonding, and assembly solutions for performance-critical applications. 
Diamond Turning & Prototyping Rapid development with SPDT (Single Point Diamond Turning) for fast iterations and functional prototypes. 
Metrology & Testing  Comprehensive in-house inspection and validation to guarantee quality, reliability, and repeatability. 
Design for Manufacture (DFM) Collaborative design approach to ensure your optics are optimized for performance, scalability, and cost-effective production.
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Our Promise

At Apollo Optical Systems, we deliver more than components—we deliver confidence. Confidence that your optics will perform flawlessly. Confidence that your supply chain is secure. Confidence that you have a partner committed to innovation, quality, and your long-term success.

Why Customers Trust Apollo Optical Systems

Whether you’re developing a next-generation medical device, a defense imaging system, or a breakthrough commercial product,
Apollo is your partner in precision optics
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Proven Expertise Our team brings decades of experience in optical engineering, polymer and glass optics, and precision manufacturing. We understand the nuances of imaging and light propagation through polymer, to solve real-world challenges.
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End-to-End Capabilities From concept design through prototyping, precision molding, coating, and full-scale production, Apollo offers a complete in-house solution. Customers rely on us as a single-source partner who can manage complexity and accelerate time-to-market.
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Quality Without Compromise With advanced metrology, ISO-certified processes, and rigorous quality controls, we ensure every component performs with precision and consistency.
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Innovation That Scales We don’t just meet specifications—we collaborate with our customers to rethink what’s possible, enabling new product designs and cost-effective pathways to scale.

Who We Serve

Apollo Optical Systems partners with innovators in:
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OUR COMPANY HISTORY

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    2015 - COMPANY START

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    2016 - FIRST MILESTONE

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    2018 - SECOND MILESTONE

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    2020 - TODAY

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Medical & Life Sciences
Medical & Life Sciences  From imaging systems to surgical devices, precision optics power better healthcare. Read More
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Defense & Aerospace
Defense & Aerospace Mission-critical optics built for performance, reliability, and rugged environments.Read More
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Industrial & Commercial Systems
Industrial & Commercial Systems Custom optical solutions that improve performance and reduce costs.Read More

Apollo History

Apollo Optical Systems is built on a legacy of innovation.

The story begins in 1989, when Dr. G. Michael Morris, Dr. Dean Faklis, and Dr. Milton Chang co-founded Rochester Photonics Corporation (RPC)—a spin-off from the University of Rochester’s Institute of Optics. Their mission was to bring the emerging fields of diffractive and micro-optics from the research lab into widespread commercial use.

Through the 1990s, RPC advanced precision optical technologies with support from government programs (SBIR and DARPA TRP) and collaborations with commercial and defense partners. By 1999, the company’s technology was ready for broader commercialization, leading to its acquisition by Corning Incorporated and rebranding as Corning Rochester Photonics Corporation (CRPC).

CRPC focused on developing micro-optics for telecommunications and display systems—until the telecom crash of 2001 forced Corning to close CRPC in 2002.

 

Determined to preserve this unique expertise, Dr. Morris negotiated a management buyout that created Apollo Optical Systems (December 31, 2002) and RPC Photonics (May 2003).

Today, Apollo Optical Systems operates in a 21,000 sq. ft. facility in Rochester, NY, equipped with:

  • Optical and mechanical testing labs
  • Single-point diamond turning facilities
  • Polymer injection molding and assembly lines
  • A precision machine shop
  • Advanced coating and metrology capabilities

From our origins in academic research to our role as a trusted partner for global innovators, Apollo’s history reflects one constant: a commitment to advancing the science and application of optics.

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