EOIR System Design and Validation Using Virtual Prototyping

Part 1/6: Introduction to EO/IR Applications

Embark on a six-part journey exploring how virtual prototyping is transforming the design, testing, and validation of Electro-Optical/Infrared (EOIR) systems.
In Part 1, discover the fundamentals of EO/IR applications — from understanding key design challenges to exploring virtual prototyping workflows powered by Ansys. See how simulation accelerates development, ensures reliability, and bridges the gap between optical design and real-world performance.

Coming Up Next in the Series:

Part 2: Advanced Infrared Imaging Design in Zemax
Part 3: Straylight Analysis Techniques
Part 4: Optomechanical Effects
Part 5: Optical Validation using SPEOS & MODTRAN
Part 6: Quantitative Sensor & Detector Validation

Join us for Series 1 and take the first step toward mastering multiphysics-based EOIR system design. Stay tuned for the next installments as we unfold the complete EOIR innovation journey — from concept to validation.

Focused Industries

Aerospace & Defence

Who Should Attend

Optical and photonics engineers involved in designing cameras, sensors, or imaging systems.
System engineers working on EOIR applications such as defense, automotive, aerospace, or consumer imaging.
Research scientists and academics exploring optical design, stray light, or sensor performance.
Product developers and R&D teams seeking efficient end-to-end workflows for EOIR system validation.
Simulation and multiphysics specialists looking to integrate optical, mechanical, and electronic domains.

Key Highlights

How to design and optimize EOIR optics (lenses, cameras, telescopes) for performance and efficiency.
Techniques for stray light analysis and mitigation to improve image quality and system reliability.
Methods to evaluate sensor performance including detection, noise, and environmental effects.
Workflows to link optical, mechanical, and multiphysics domains for realistic system validation.
Best practices for building an end-to-end EOIR simulation pipeline using Zemax, SPEOS, and Lumerical.