zemax-optical-designer
Zemax optical design skill for lens systems, imaging optics, and tolerancing analysis
Best use case
zemax-optical-designer is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Zemax optical design skill for lens systems, imaging optics, and tolerancing analysis
Teams using zemax-optical-designer should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/zemax-optical-designer/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How zemax-optical-designer Compares
| Feature / Agent | zemax-optical-designer | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Zemax optical design skill for lens systems, imaging optics, and tolerancing analysis
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Zemax Optical Designer ## Purpose Provides expert guidance on Zemax optical design, including sequential ray tracing, tolerance analysis, and optical system optimization. ## Capabilities - Sequential ray tracing - Non-sequential analysis - Tolerance analysis - MTF and PSF calculation - Coating optimization - Stray light analysis ## Usage Guidelines 1. **System Setup**: Define optical surfaces and materials 2. **Ray Tracing**: Perform sequential and non-sequential analysis 3. **Optimization**: Optimize lens systems for performance 4. **Tolerancing**: Analyze manufacturing tolerances 5. **Stray Light**: Evaluate stray light and ghost reflections ## Tools/Libraries - Zemax OpticStudio - Python ZOS-API
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