[Florian] is hyped for Google Cardboard, Oculus Rifts, and other head mounted displays, and with that comes an interest in lenses. [Floian] wanted to know if it was possible to create these lenses ...

[Florian] is hyped for Google Cardboard, Oculus Rifts, and other head mounted displays, and with that comes an interest in lenses. [Floian] wanted to know if it was possible to create these lenses ...

Luxexcel, the Eindhoven-based company whose equipment is used to 3D-print optical components, has signed a deal with lens distributor Optiswiss targeting both the emerging field of augmented reality ...

Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, has acquired 3D-printed lenses startup Luxexcel Group B.V. for an undisclosed sum to improve future augmented reality glasses. Founded in 2009 with ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Optical lenses play a crucial role in a vast array of applications, from microscopy and astronomy to photography, medical devices, and machine vision systems. Traditionally, the ...

3D printing has captivated manufacturers worldwide and has truly revolutionized the future of our technological needs. Virtually any component can be realized; plastics, metals and even clear ...

With more than 7 billion unique faces in the world, the makers of Skelmet thought, why make sunglasses that are one-size-fits-all? The local startup is out to make eyewear as personalized as possible, ...

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Adidas has introduced a new limited-edition pair of sunglasses made using additive manufacturing, the industry's fancy term for 3D printing. The sunglasses have a unique woven appearance and, as you ...

Adidas' new 3D-printed specs certainly fit the bill, as they reportedly tip the scales at a mere 20 grams (0.7 oz). Made in partnership with Italy's Marcolin Group eyewear company, the 3D CMPT ...

Instant 3D-printed contact lenses are the future. You’ll go for an eye exam, the optometrist will check your vision, press a button, and within minutes you’ll have a pair of contact lenses that are a ...

Researchers at the University of Washington have created a contact lens with an LED display built into it. Whilst at present the contact lens device has only a single pixel of information, the ...