AR Metrology Products
Comprehensive Testing and Alignment Solutions for Augmented Reality Optics
At ML Group, we deliver industry-leading AR metrology products designed to meet the stringent testing and alignment demands of augmented reality (AR) optical systems.
From waveguides to full display assemblies, our solutions support every stage of optical development, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high-performance integration across your AR devices. Whether you’re prototyping next-gen smart glasses or refining a production line, our tools empower you to validate and optimise with precision.
Standard & Off-the-Shelf Metrology Products
Our ready-to-use instruments are trusted by AR developers and manufacturers worldwide for reliable, high-resolution measurement and optical analysis:
- Reality Tester Series – Comprehensive AR optical testing platform
- ImaChrom Imaging Colourimeter – High-accuracy color and brightness evaluation
- Smart MTF – Modulation Transfer Function measurement with fast, repeatable results
- Active Optical Alignment Toolkit – Precision alignment tools for lenses and sensors
- Environmental Monitoring Toolkit – Ensures stability under varying temperature and humidity conditions
Complete AR Optical Metrology Applications
Our tools are compatible with a wide range of AR components and optical systems, including:
- Full-frame glass
- Displays (including microdisplays)
- Projector modules
- Waveguides
- Visors and HUDs
- Prescription lenses for AR integration
Optical Performance Test Functions
We support a broad set of test functions for quantifying critical performance characteristics of AR optics:
- MTF (cross and slanted edge)
- LSF & ESF (Line and Edge Spread Functions)
- Contrast ratio and distortion
- Pupil swim measurement
- NIST-traceable calibration
- Colour accuracy and uniformity
- Brightness over dynamic range
- Field-of-view and eyebox uniformity
- Transmittance analysis
- Interferometry for wavefront and surface quality
Active Optical Alignment for AR Devices
Our solutions also support active assembly processes, helping streamline precision manufacturing of AR systems:
- Autofocus across virtual distances
- Interpupillary Distance (IPD) and binocular alignment
Optical Components for AR Glass
ML Group also provides high-performance optical components specifically designed for AR applications:
- Waveguide glass substrates
- Aspheric micro-lenses
- Prisms and wave plates
Contact MLPhotonic today to learn how we can support your optical testing and integration needs.
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