Lens material fluorescence

gongii

31st December 2006 - 03:21 AM

In many optical applications, the impact of stray light at other wavelengths can be annoying, if not detrimental to the experiment or process you are trying to do.

The fluorescence of fused silica., a common lens material, seems to be a concern that should be addressed.

lithographer

3rd January 2007 - 07:57 AM

Here's a thought: photoresist exposed by its own fluorescence.

Guest

3rd January 2007 - 06:57 PM

If the nonreactive parts don't fluoresce, it has to thermalize (convert to heat), which would result in more diffusion. A problem that's always been there, may be getting more significant.

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