Title: Analysis and Control of Straylight in a Maksutov-Cassegrain TelescopeAbstract: The world of small satellites is evolving quickly. In particular, the increasing availability of low-cost launch and commercially available hardware provides an opportunity to reduce the overall cost of science missions. The optical design forms used for the sensing and imaging telescopes used in small satellites are well known.In this talk, I will use an example of the Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope design form and review how to ensure that the optical system can perform its function by accounting for and controlling stray light. I will demonstrate how a systems level approach is necessary and is facilitated by non-sequential optical analysis software. The various techniques for identifying stray light risk and mitigating the risk will be reviewed and discussed. About the Speaker: Larry Boxler is currently a senior illumination systems engineer at Synopsys Optical Solutions Group. He received a bachelor's degree in optical engineering from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and has over 30 years of experience in optical system design and analysis. His expertise spans a wide range of optical systems, including illumination devices, projector components, lidar systems and stray light control. He has also contributed to software development for optical engineering applications, enhancing tools used for non-imaging optical design and stray light analysis. He holds multiple patents related to LED lighting systems and optical designs.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/99238120659?from=addon

As part of [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/), this two-day summit explores settlement and exploration challenges and innovations tied to Mars. The Mars-focused dialogue will include technical panels, visionary talks, and networking opportunities. Hosted in partnership with the National Space Society. *This is an invite only event

As part of [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/), this two-day summit explores settlement and exploration challenges and innovations tied to Mars. The Mars-focused dialogue will include technical panels, visionary talks, and networking opportunities. Hosted in partnership with the National Space Society. *This is an invite only event

This virtual webinar is sponsored by Orange County Government as part of the Florida SBDC at UCF's Orange County Strategic Series.Make your future happen; don't let it happen to you. With a strategic plan, you will be able to establish your company's direction, make better business decisions, and have a source of increased market share and profitability. Strategic planning is a series of building blocks including:* Financial Plan * Marketing Plan * Business Plan * Strategic PlanWhile most planning workshops address these plans separately, this two-part webinar series (Part I: Thursday, Oct. 16, and Part II: Thursday, Oct. 23) will present these four complementary planning events (two per webinar) as a series of activities that build on each other to create an effective, long-term strategic plan for your business that enables you to design your company's future and supports its sustainable growth and success. Includes multiple user-friendly tools and templates to be distributed.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-ii-5a1eVO9p9P3/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-ii-5a1eVO9p9P3/overview

2025 Lecture SeriesSponsored by the Eurasia Foundation (From Asia)With 60 percent of the world's population, Asia is not only home to the world's oldest civilizations, it also represents cultural and economic vitality. Asia has a major role in manufacturing, technology and investment markets. Non-governmental organizations specializing in economic development, healthcare and environmental protection are also active throughout Asia. This series will provide a rare opportunity for students and the community to develop a better understanding of the cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped modern Asia by hearing from esteemed international scholars.Rise of Asia in Our Globalized WorldWenxian Zhang Professor and Head of Archives & Special Collections at Olin Library, Rollins College[Eurasian Lecture Series 2025 - College of Arts and Humanities](https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/)Virtual Location URL: https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/

As part of [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/), this flagship global event convenes industry, government, and academia to explore innovations in space tech, financing, private space stations, orbital compute, satellite intelligence, and more. Sessions will examine global security, space governance, AI in orbit, lunar infrastructure, investment trends, and other space economy-related topics. Hosted in partnership with The Economist. *This is an invite only event