Ray Tracing Software
Ray Tracing Software
(OP)
I would like to import 3D files of large plate type models with curvature into some sort of ray tracing software. I would like to calculate focal lengths and things of that nature. Does anyone have experience doing anything like this? Thanks in advance.





RE: Ray Tracing Software
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For optical modeling software I have used Zemax. CodeV is also popular.
Since you posted in the finite element forum it might be helpful to check out SigFit which acts as a middleman between FEA and optics codes.
Optis is a simpler optics code that is embedded in CAD packages like SolidWorks. It seems primarily suited for design of headlights instead of telescopes.
I hope this helps.
Rob Stupplebeen