Flat Lens (IMAGE)

Optica

Flat Lens

Caption

Using a single lens that is about one-thousandth of an inch thick, researchers have created a camera that does not require focusing. The new lens could drastically reduce the weight, complexity and cost of cameras and other imaging systems, while increasing their functionality.

Credit

Rajesh Menon, University of Utah

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.