Sky Scientific

Sky Scientific is a leading provider of optical design software, offering dbOptic, a user-friendly and cost-effective solution for professionals and educators in the optics field. With powerful features and a small fraction of the cost compared to high-end software, dbOptic allows users to create and analyze optical systems with up to 99 surfaces. The software supports various surface types, including spherical, aspheric, flats, and iris stops, and provides a fully integrated glass catalog. Users can benefit from real-time 2D lens and ray graphics, spot diagrams, encircled energy plots, and imaging of extended objects. dbOptic also offers optimization tools, trace capabilities, and the ability to import Zemax® Lens Files. Sky Scientific is dedicated to delivering high-quality optical design software and supporting customers with comprehensive documentation and tutorials. Contact Sky Scientific for a free evaluation version and experience the power and simplicity of dbOptic.

Sky Scientific, founded in 1979, initially focused on manufacturing astrophotography cameras and accessories. Over the years, the company expanded its offerings to include optical design software, books, and a wide range of optics and supplies for amateur astronomers, telescope makers, and educators. Sky Scientific operates as a mail-order and internet-based retailer, providing customers with a diverse selection of software, books, and optical products. The company is based in Brookings, Oregon, and is committed to delivering exceptional products and services to the optics community. Sky Scientific Press, established in 2013, is a division of Sky Scientific, offering additional publishing capabilities. As a privately held company, Sky Scientific is independent and not affiliated with the publicly-traded Sky Scientific, Inc. Explore Sky Scientific's range of optical design software, books, and optics to enhance your optical endeavors.