Olympus to Use CDM Optics' Wavefront Coding in Its Endoscopy Products; Olympus Signs Wavefront Coding License Agreement With CDM Optics.Business Editors/High-Tech & Medical Writers BOULDER Boulder, city, United States Boulder, city (1990 pop. 83,312), seat of Boulder co., N central Colo.; inc. 1871. A Rocky Mountain resort and a suburb of Denver, it is the seat of the Univ. of Colorado (1876). , Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 7, 2002 CDM 1. CDM - Content Data Model 2. CDM - Code Division Multiplexing Optics optics, scientific study of light. Physical optics is concerned with the genesis, nature, and properties of light; physiological optics with the part light plays in vision; and geometrical optics with the reflection and refraction of light as encountered in the study Inc. and Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. have announced an agreement between the two companies for the use of CDM Optics' proprietary Wavefront Coding In optics, Wavefront Coding is a method for increasing the depth of field in an image to produce sharper images. It works by blurring the image using a specially shaped waveplate so that the image is out of focus by a constant amount. (TM) technology in Olympus' endoscopy endoscopy Examination of the body's interior through an instrument inserted into a natural opening or an incision, usually as an outpatient procedure. Endoscopes include the upper gastrointestinal endoscope (for the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum), the colonoscope (for the products. The major value of Wavefront Coding technology lies in its ability to allow imaging with a far greater depth of field than is possible with traditional imaging systems. It also allows for less expensive optical designs to perform as well as highly corrected optical systems by using fewer elements and permitting the use of either plastic or glass optical elements. "Olympus is an ideal partner for us," said R.C. "Merc" Mercure Jr., CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of CDM Optics. "This agreement with a clear industry leader in endoscopy underscores our commitment to the optics industry and enhances the credibility of Wavefront Coding technology." Olympus is the world's largest full-line supplier of products and services designed for medical endoscopy. Its development of the world's first gastrocamera more than 50 years ago led to the creation of the endoscopy field. Through the agreement with CDM Optics, Olympus will have the ability to expand and increase the quality of products currently offered to its customers. "Wavefront Coding has the potential to greatly enhance a wide range of imaging systems in the medical field," said Haruhito Morishima, executive officer of Endoscopy Products Division at Olympus. "The added depth of field and depth of focus will allow for a greater range of quality diagnoses, and, eventually in the future, better results for patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders Noun 1. gastrointestinal disorder - illness caused by poisonous or contaminated food food poisoning illness, sickness, unwellness, malady - impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism ." About Olympus Olympus Optical Co., Ltd., established in 1919, provides value in areas of "Medical and Health-Digital Technology," which represents a complete integration of traditional optical technology and advanced digital technology. As a leading endoscope endoscope, any instrument used to look inside the body. Usually consisting of a fiber-optic tube attached to a viewing device, endoscopes are used to explore and biopsy such areas as the colon and the bronchi of the lungs. manufacturer, Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. offers a wide variety of excellent products such as medical endoscopes for gastrointestinal and surgical applications. Olympus Optical Products are highly regarded for their superb image quality. The licensing agreement for Wavefront Coding technology will help Olympus Optical to achieve enhanced customer satisfaction through continuing improvements in endoscope imaging technology. About CDM Optics Inc. Founded in 1996 in Boulder, Colo., CDM Optics invented the next generation of hybrid optical/digital methodologies for high-performance digital imaging. From PC cameras and high-quality microscopes, to inexpensive miniature cameras, high-speed industrial inspection and bar-code scanners, CDM Optics' patented Wavefront Coding solutions consistently provide customers with a competitive advantage in today's digital imaging marketplace. Wavefront Coding technology allows imaging with far greater depth of field than is possible with traditional imaging systems. It also allows for less expensive optical designs to perform as well as highly corrected optical systems by using fewer elements and permitting plastic elements rather than glass. More information on CDM Optics is available on its Web site at www.cdm-optics.com. Editor's Note Editor's Note (foaled in 1993 in Kentucky) is an American thoroughbred Stallion racehorse. He was sired by 1992 U.S. Champion 2 YO Colt Forty Niner, who in turn was a son of Champion sire Mr. Prospector and out of the mare, Beware Of The Cat. Trained by D. : Images available at www.cdm-optics.com/wave/images/images.html. |
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