Augmenting a Clearer Reality: Understanding the Impact of Lens Material in AR Experiences

In this session, we will dive into what makes a good lens and the properties of optical materials that impact the user experience for true augmented reality glasses. As most of the world’s population requires some form of vision correction, ophthalmic properties must be considered in the design of optical combiners. We will explore how physical aspects such as impact resistance and weight, as well as optical performance, including birefringence and chromatic aberration, affect the vision of reality we aim to augment.