Optical Design & Engineering
Advanced optical and mechanical design services using ZEMAX, CODE V, and OSLO for integrated AR opto-mechanical solutions with thorough tolerance analysis and design verification.
Transform your AR vision into reality with Apollo Optical Systems' comprehensive optics design and implementation services. From precision optical design and diffractive elements to advanced polymer manufacturing and coating solutions, we deliver end-to-end capabilities that accelerate time-to-market for cutting-edge augmented reality applications.

Complete AR optics solutions from design conception to precision manufacturing and implementation.
Advanced optical and mechanical design services using ZEMAX, CODE V, and OSLO for integrated AR opto-mechanical solutions with thorough tolerance analysis and design verification.
Large aperture, lightweight diffractive optical elements that improve AR system performance while significantly reducing weight, complexity, and cost compared to conventional refractive systems.
Specialized AR coatings for virtual and augmented reality displays, reducing reflectivity through precise thin-film engineering for enhanced visual clarity and user experience.
Single-point diamond turning and polymer injection molding capabilities producing AR optical components from 1mm to 300mm diameter with exceptional surface finish quality.
Injection-molded microlens arrays fabricated using advanced laser writing processes to precisely manipulate light distribution in AR optical systems and display applications.
Comprehensive optical testing using interferometry, coordinate measuring systems, and specialized equipment to ensure AR components meet critical performance specifications.
Apollo Optical Systems delivers comprehensive augmented reality optics solutions that bridge the gap between innovative design concepts and precision manufacturing reality. Our integrated approach combines advanced optical design capabilities with proven manufacturing expertise to accelerate your AR product development while ensuring exceptional performance and cost-effectiveness at scale.

Trusted by industry leaders for mission-critical AR optics solutions.
Your trusted partner for precision AR optics with unmatched capabilities.
Complete in-house design, manufacturing, coating, and assembly capabilities under one roof.
Over 20 years of precision optics experience with proven track record in demanding applications.
State-of-the-art diamond turning, injection molding, and coating facilities in 21,000 sq. ft. facility.
Comprehensive metrology and testing capabilities ensuring performance with precision and consistency.
Expert engineers and scientists driving AR optics innovation.
Founded through a management buyout in 2002, Apollo Optical Systems carries forward the innovation legacy of Rochester Photonics Corporation, originally spun off from the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics in 1989. Our team of scientists and engineers brings decades of experience in advancing precision optical technologies through government programs and commercial partnerships. Today, we operate from a state-of-the-art 21,000 sq. ft. facility in Rochester, NY, continuing our mission to transform emerging optical technologies from research concepts into widespread commercial applications.
What AR optical components can you manufacture?
We manufacture a complete range of AR optical components including precision lenses, diffractive elements, microlens arrays, anti-reflective coatings, and complex multi-element assemblies from design through production.
What materials do you work with for AR applications?
Can you handle both prototyping and high-volume production?
What optical design software do you use?
Do you provide design verification services?
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Can you apply specialized coatings to AR components?
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Connect with our optical engineers for expert consultation on your AR requirements.
Connect with our optical engineers to discuss your augmented reality project requirements and discover how we can accelerate your development timeline.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at