Custom Optical and Mechanical Systems
Many optical experiments and industrial applications require setups that cannot be assembled from standard catalog components alone. CI Labs designs and builds custom optical and mechanical systems tailored precisely to client specifications.
Our engineering approach covers the full scope: understanding requirements, designing the optical and mechanical configuration, selecting or fabricating components, assembling the system with precision alignment, and validating performance before delivery.
The result is a system built for its purpose — with documentation, alignment procedures, and hands-on client training included.
Research Laboratories
Custom experimental platforms for photonics research — laser setups, interferometers, spectroscopy systems, and calibration benches.
Photonics Testing & QC
Optical metrology and quality control systems for industry — surface inspection, dimensional measurement, and alignment verification.
Optical System Prototyping
Rapid assembly of prototype optical systems for feasibility studies and proof-of-concept before committing to final designs.
Educational Infrastructure
Custom laboratory setups for academic institutions beyond standard kit offerings — faculty research stations and advanced teaching laboratories.
Engineering Solutions for Unique Optical Challenges
From concept to delivery — design, hardware, assembly, and validation.
Optical System Design & Simulation
Computational design of optical configurations — ray tracing, beam propagation, and system optimization tailored to the client's specific application and constraints.
Hardware Selection & Assembly
Choosing components from the CI Labs catalog and custom-fabricated elements, then assembling them with precision alignment to meet defined performance specifications.
System Testing & Validation
Performance testing and validation against defined specifications. Documentation of results, alignment procedures, and system operation handoff to the client.
Custom Mechanical Fabrication
Design and fabrication of bespoke mechanical components when standard catalog items don't meet the application's dimensional or performance requirements.
Our Engineering Process
Requirements
Define application, performance targets, space, and integration constraints.
Optical Design
Computational simulation and configuration selection.
Mechanical Design
Opto-mechanical design for stability, alignment, and manufacturability.
Assembly
Precision component assembly and optical alignment.
Validation
Testing against specification, documentation, and client handoff.
Custom System Examples
Optical systems and benches assembled for research and industrial clients.
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