Optical & Mechanical Design
Integrated opto-mechanical solutions with comprehensive design capabilities using ZEMAX®, CODE V®, OSLO®, and SOLIDWORKS® for complete system development.
Transform your optical concepts into reality with Apollo Optical Systems' comprehensive engineering solutions. From initial design through manufacturing, our Rochester-based team delivers precision optical systems that meet the most demanding performance requirements while accelerating your time-to-market.
Comprehensive optical engineering solutions from concept to production with proven expertise.
Integrated opto-mechanical solutions with comprehensive design capabilities using ZEMAX®, CODE V®, OSLO®, and SOLIDWORKS® for complete system development.
Precision machining of optical surfaces including aspheric, diffractive, and Fresnel components with sub-wavelength accuracy from 1mm to 300mm diameter.
High-quality thin-film coatings for plastic and glass components including anti-reflective, mirror, filter, and beamsplitter coatings for UV to NIR ranges.
Large aperture, lightweight optical elements that improve performance over conventional systems while reducing weight, complexity, and cost significantly.
Comprehensive in-house metrology capabilities including interferometry, surface profiling, and coordinate measurement to ensure precision optical performance verification.
Complete optical assembly capabilities from UV bonded doublets to complex multi-element systems with ISO, FDA, and GMP protocol compliance.
Apollo Optical Systems combines decades of Rochester optical engineering heritage with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities. Our integrated approach ensures your custom optical designs not only meet specifications but are optimized for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, delivering solutions that perform flawlessly in demanding applications.
Delivering precision optical solutions for global leaders across medical, defense, and industrial sectors.
Experience the Apollo advantage in precision optical engineering.
Complete in-house design, manufacturing, coating, and assembly capabilities under one roof.
Over 20 years of experience with heritage from University of Rochester's Institute of Optics.
Sub-wavelength precision with comprehensive metrology and testing capabilities ensuring consistent performance.
Advanced manufacturing processes that accelerate time-to-market from prototype to high-volume production.
Expert optical engineers with decades of combined experience.
Apollo Optical Systems was born from the prestigious University of Rochester's Institute of Optics, carrying forward a legacy of optical innovation that began in 1989. Founded through a management buyout in 2002, our Rochester-based team combines academic excellence with practical engineering expertise. Operating from our 21,000 sq. ft. facility in Rochester, NY, we've established ourselves as a trusted partner for precision optics, serving demanding applications across medical, defense, and industrial sectors. Our deep roots in Rochester's optical cluster provide access to world-class talent and cutting-edge research, enabling us to deliver solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in optical engineering.
What optical design software do you use for custom projects?
We use industry-leading optical design programs including ZEMAX®, CODE V®, and OSLO® for optical design, combined with SOLIDWORKS®, AutoCAD®, and PTC Creo® for mechanical design integration.
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Institute of Optics legacy foundation
International quality management standards
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Connect with our Rochester engineering team to discuss your custom optical design requirements and discover how we can accelerate your project success.
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