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Updates & knowledge from world-leading precision polymer optics manufacturer Apollo.
July 6, 2026

How Advanced Optical Systems Are Powering the Next Generation of Humanoid Robotics

Humanoid robotics is moving from science fiction to real-world applications faster than ...
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June 11, 2026

Why Polymer Components Are Becoming Critical to the Future of Robotics

The robotics industry is entering a major transition. For decades, robots were designed ...
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May 1, 2026

Apollo Partners with Militram to Expand Presence in Israel

Bringing Apollo Closer to Customers in Israel with Militram Rochester, NY — Apollo ...
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April 6, 2026

Understanding Lens Power in Optical Systems

Starting from a Familiar Equation Thinking back to high school physics, you probably came ...
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April 1, 2026

Controlling Reflection and Transmission in Optical Systems

Why Optical Surfaces Need Coatings The amount of light reflected and transmitted at a ...
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March 24, 2026

Why Stress and Polarization Matter in Polymer Optical Systems

What Birefringence Means Some transparent materials are birefringent. That is, the ...
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March 10, 2026

Why Understanding Fresnel Reflection Matters in Polymer Optical Systems

Ray Tracing Is Useful — But It’s Not the Whole Story Optical Design Begins with a Model ...
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February 9, 2026

Apollo Optical Systems Expands Vertically Integrated Manufacturing with the Addition of Turning Point Tool

Apollo Optical Systems Expands Vertically Integrated Manufacturing with the Addition of ...
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January 22, 2026

Driver Monitoring Systems and the Optical Components That Make Them Work

Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) are now a permanent fixture in modern vehicle design. How ...
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December 12, 2025

The State of Driver Monitoring Systems: What 2025 Changed and What Comes Next

Key trends, lessons learned, and design implications shaping the next generation of ...
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December 4, 2025

Why Aspheres Matter More Than Ever in Modern Optics

A recent Photonics Spectra article by Dale Buralli highlights why it’s time to rethink ...
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December 3, 2025

Apollo Awarded New Program by Global Women’s Health Leader

Apollo Secures New Medical Tooling & Injection Molding Program with Top-Five Global ...
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November 20, 2025

Apollo at SPIE Photonics West 2026

Apollo Optical Systems Exhibited at SPIE Photonics West 2026 19–22 January 2026 | Booth ...
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November 19, 2025

Understanding Optical Coatings: A Practical Guide for Precision Optics

Optical coatings shape how light interacts with a surface. They improve transmission, ...
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October 29, 2025

Apollo at SPIE Optifab 2025: Advancing Polymer Optics and Precision Manufacturing

This October, the Apollo Optical Systems (AOS) team was proud to participate in SPIE ...
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October 29, 2025

Free Workshop | From Design to Delivery: Mastering Polymer Optics

Event Update. This event already happened. Thanks for Joining Us Our Polymer Optics ...
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September 24, 2025

How to Choose the Right Mold Tool for Your Polymer Optics Project

The right mold tool is a strategic decision in a polymer optics project
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September 4, 2025

Top 3 Considerations When Moving from Glass to Polymer for Your Optic Project

For centuries, glass optics have defined the field of imaging, sensing, and illumination. ...
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August 7, 2025

How Do I Find a Polymer Injection Molding Manufacturer in the US?

Over the past decade, industries from automotive to medical technology have been shifting ...
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January 9, 2025

Visit Apollo at SPIE BIOS & Photonics West

Apollo Optical Systems Update for 2026: We’re excited to announce that Apollo Optical ...
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