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"We need results fast, not lengthy R&D cycles"
Pilot projects deliver digital twins in 30-60 days. You see ROI before committing to a full partnership.
→ Proof of value in weeks, not years
The CloudConvert of 3D Holographic Metrology
Turn $100K Scanners Into
$500 Cameras + API
Cloud-native holographic reconstruction for industrial QA. Upload a hologram from any camera—even 30-year-old CCTVs—get micrometer-accuracy 3D surface data in 2-10 seconds.
No proprietary hardware
REST API integration
Works with existing cameras
Upload Holography Data Now
*15 minute average processing time. Send: Sensor data, Emitter Wavelength, object + emitter distance, and beam splitter position (if applicable).
One-Time Calibration: Upload an image of your kit's calibration object (Miniature Polygonal Bear for M3/M4, Salt Slide for M5). We generate a Software-Defined Calibration profile that corrects your hardware's optical imperfections forever.
Upload & Process: Send raw sensor data (single monochrome or RGB+white light set) with parameters: wavelength (nm), subject-to-sensor distance (mm), pixel width (µm), emitter distance (mm). We return a pristine 3D model.
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Drag & drop your hologram or click to browse
Reality,
Unlocked.
Hardware-agnostic, display-independent, and capable of converting real-life objects to 3D models.
Industrial QA is Stuck in Proprietary Hell
Every optics manufacturer, PCB fab, and semiconductor facility needs micrometer-accuracy 3D metrology. They're paying 10-100x too much.
$80K-250K
Optics Manufacturing
Zygo, Keyence proprietary systems. Locked to vendor, expensive maintenance.
$50K-150K
PCB Fabrication
AOI systems with slow throughput. No API access to raw data.
$200K-500K
Semiconductor Fabs
KLA-Tencor tools. Proprietary formats, $50K+ annual maintenance.
$100K+
Precision Manufacturing
CMMs and optical profilers. Weeks for measurements.
Every system is a closed, proprietary black box. No API access. Vendor lock-in. $10K-50K annual maintenance.
How It Works: 5 Steps to 3D Metrology
The hard part isn't the camera—it's the reconstruction algorithm. We've solved that.
1
Setup: Camera + Laser + Object
Standard optical bench. Use any industrial camera ($500+) and coherent light source ($50 laser pointer works).
2
Capture: Record Interference Pattern
Any camera that records light/dark fringes works—even 1990s CCTV cameras. 8-bit depth sufficient.
3
Upload: Send Hologram via HTTP POST
REST API accepts TIFF, PNG, NPY, RAW formats. Include wavelength (nm) and pixel pitch (μm).
curl -X POST https://api.apertureapi.com/v1/reconstruct \
-F "hologram=@sample.tiff" \
-F "wavelength_nm=532" \
-F "pixel_pitch_um=3.45"
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Processing: Cloud Reconstructs Full 3D Surface
GPU-accelerated angular spectrum propagation. Autofocus, phase unwrapping, twin suppression. 2-10 seconds.
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Output: Micrometer-Accuracy 3D Point Cloud
JSON response with 3D surface data, defect annotations, quantitative metrics. Plug into existing QA workflows.
Total Setup Cost: $5,000-$10,000
vs. $100K-500K for proprietary systems
Application Roadmap
We start with low-risk industrial translucent component inspection (optics, wafers, slides), then expand to semiconductors, and finally medical applications.
🎯 STEP 1: Inline Industrial QA (M3/M3A) — PRIMARY PILOT
The Problem: 2D cameras can't detect critical 3D defects like BGA "head-in-pillow" failures, solder paste volume errors, or microvia depth issues—leading to costly field failures.
The Solution:
- • 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI): Measure volume, area, and height of every deposit before component placement
- • BGA Standoff Measurement: Detect collapsed solder balls at micron precision
- • Microvia Depth Check: Non-contact measurement of laser-drilled holes before plating
Current: AOI systems
$50K-150K
With Aperture API
$10K + $6K/yr
→ M3A for Optics (iris aperture) handles low-contrast transparent flux; M3 for high-speed automated inspection
⚡ STEP 2: Semiconductor Expansion (M4 Off-Axis)
The Problem: Wafer defects (pits, scratches, etch depth errors) are invisible to 2D inspection but catastrophic to yield. Current solutions require slow, expensive SEM or AFM.
The Solution:
- • Wafer Defect Detection: Scan bare silicon for pits, scratches, contaminants at nanometer scale
- • Etch Depth Metrology: Measure trench depth, feature height, sidewall angles for process control
- • MEMS Device Analysis: Real-time 3D profiling of cantilevers, membranes, micro-gears
Current: KLA-Tencor
$300K-2M
With Aperture API
$50K + custom
→ Off-axis M4 eliminates twin-image artifacts; 5-10mm object distance captures high-angle diffracted light
🔭 STEP 2: Precision Optics QA (M4 Off-Axis)
The Problem: Surface quality determines optical performance. Contact profilometry risks damage; interferometry is expensive and slow.
The Solution:
- • Surface Roughness (Ra) Measurement: Non-contact nanometer-scale topography of mirrors, lenses, optical flats
- • Micro-Lens Array (MLA) QA: Measure radius of curvature, uniformity, height of hundreds of lenslets in one shot
- • Scratch/Dig Quantification: Precise depth/width measurement for MIL-SPEC or ISO compliance
Current: Zygo interferometer
$150K-300K
With Aperture API
$10K + $6K/yr
→ Full-color RGB holography reveals coating defects invisible to monochrome systems
🧬 STEP 3: Medical & Life Sciences (M5) — HIGHEST MARGIN
The Problem: Traditional microscopy requires killing cells with toxic stains. You can't observe living cells responding to drugs over time.
The Solution:
- • Label-Free Live Cell Imaging (QPI): Measure phase shifts to map cell biomass and internal structure without staining
- • Drug Response Studies: Watch living cells react to stimuli over hours/days
- • Medical Implant Surface QA: 3D roughness maps of hip/dental implants for biointegration specs
- • Sperm Quality Assessment: AI-powered holographic analysis for fertility clinics
- • Blood Cell Diagnostics: Malaria detection, sickle cell, leukemia screening
Current: DHM systems
$80K-150K
With Aperture API
$99/mo API
→ M5 pinhole-based inline microscope: 10mm source-to-sample, 130mm sample-to-sensor for wide-field label-free imaging
Why Forward-Thinking Organizations Choose Aperture API
We understand your concerns. Here's how we address them head-on.
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"Our data is sensitive—can we trust cloud processing?"
Enterprise clients keep data secure on-prem. SOC 2 compliance. Full audit logging.
→ Security & compliance built-in
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"What if this doesn't work with our workflow?"
REST API integrates with existing MES/QA systems. No rip-and-replace required.
→ Integrate, don't replace
Break Free from Proprietary Lock-In
Old model: vendor lock-in. Upgrade one component? Replace the entire stack.
❌ The Old Way
Expensive Proprietary Bundles
- • Locked to one vendor's ecosystem
- • Can't upgrade components independently
- • Forced obsolescence every 3-5 years
- • Limited to their display partners
✓ The Aperture API Way
Hardware-Agnostic Freedom
- • Use any microscope or sensor array
- • Display on any holographic device
- • Upgrade hardware without changing software
- • Future-proof your investment
💡 Your Advantage
Maximum Flexibility
- • Protect existing hardware investments
- • Scale across multiple facilities
- • Choose best-in-class components
- • Own your data and workflow
Real Example: A semiconductor inspection team saved $340K by keeping their existing microscopes and only adding our software layer—instead of replacing their entire quality control infrastructure.
See How This Works for Your TeamPrismView: The Modular Hardware Ecosystem
We provide blueprints; you build your tool. Or use any existing camera.
What We Ship: Core Electronics Kit
- Emitter Module: Tri-Color (RGB) Laser (638/520/450nm, 5mW each) OR high-power RGB LED for low-speckle apps
- CMOS Sensor: High-res monochrome sensor, pre-soldered with 24-pin FFC connector
- Optics Module: 50/50 plate beamsplitter (for M4/M7 off-axis systems)
- Aperture Module: Precision iris diaphragm (for M3A contrast control)
- Calibration Items: Miniature/Large Polygonal Bear, Salt Slide
Cost: ~$1,200-$1,800 depending on configuration
What You Provide
- 3D Printer: Download our STL/STEP files and print your chassis (PETG-CF or PLA recommended)
- Basic Assembly: Mount electronics in printed chassis (no soldering; plug-and-play FFC connectors)
- Optional: Purchase pre-manufactured enclosures from OEM partners listed on our site
Total ~$1,500-$2,500 vs $50K traditional systems
Hot-Swappable Modularity: The Killer Feature
The emitter and sensor modules are physically interchangeable between M3, M3A, M4, and M5 chassis. Use one kit, swap electronics for different projects.
Monday: Cell Biology (M5)
Install your sensor and fiber-coupled laser in the M5 microscope chassis. Capture label-free live cell holograms at 130mm working distance.
Wednesday: Semiconductor QA (M4)
Move the same electronics into your M4 off-axis chassis. Inspect MEMS devices at 5mm object distance with twin-image-free reconstruction.
Note: M7 uses a dedicated ultra-large sensor (Fujifilm GFX 100S II, 43.8×32.9mm) and is not hot-swappable with other models.
Inline Systems (M3, M3A, M5)
Simplest optical path: Emitter → Object → Sensor in a straight line.
- • M3: 150mm emitter-to-object, 10-15mm object-to-sensor
- • M3A: Adds iris for 5-10mm closer object placement
- • M5: 10mm pinhole-to-sample, 130mm sample-to-sensor (wide-field microscopy)
Off-Axis Systems (M4, M7)
Beamsplitter creates separate reference beam path; eliminates twin-image artifact.
- • M4: Compact (200×150mm), 15-25° ref beam, 5-10mm object distance
- • M7: Large-format (600×400mm), 10-15° ref beam, 100mm object distance, 60×45mm max area
Why Distance Matters
Object-to-sensor distance controls resolution and field-of-view trade-off.
- • Close (5-15mm): High NA → micron-scale resolution, small FOV
- • Far (100-130mm): Lower NA → larger FOV, coarser resolution
- • Software-Defined Calibration corrects for these geometric variations automatically
Why Teams Switch to Aperture API
We're the ONLY cloud-native, hardware-agnostic holographic metrology platform.
| Vendor | System Cost | Annual Maintenance | Our Equivalent | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zygo (Interferometry) | $150K-300K | $15K-30K/yr | $10K + $6K/yr API | 93% |
| Keyence (3D Scanners) | $40K-120K | $5K-12K/yr | $10K + $6K/yr API | 70-85% |
| KLA-Tencor (Wafer) | $300K-2M | $50K-200K/yr | $10K + enterprise API | 95%+ |
| Bruker (Profilers) | $80K-200K | $10K-20K/yr | $10K + $6K/yr API | 80-90% |
| Lyncée Tec / PHI (DHM) | $80K-150K | $10K-15K/yr | $99/mo API | 99% |
Plans & Pricing
From pilot projects to enterprise deployments. 92-98% gross margin means we pass savings to you.
Industrial QA Pilot
$5,000 - $15,000
- ✓ Focus: Optics, wafers, PCBs, translucent components
- ✓ 30-60 day proof-of-concept
- ✓ Process 50-100 sample images from your hardware
- ✓ Deliver calibration profile + 3D reconstructions
- ✓ ROI analysis: defect detection rate, time savings
- ✓ Integration path for your existing QA systems
Works with existing sensors or PrismView kits
Request PilotMost Popular
Integration Partnership
$25,000 - $100,000 / year
- ✓ Unlimited image processing (volume-based tiers)
- ✓ REST API access for automated QA workflows
- ✓ Custom reconstruction parameter optimization
- ✓ Multi-wavelength (RGB) and off-axis support
- ✓ 99.9% SLA with priority processing queue
- ✓ Quarterly optimization reviews with holography engineers
Scales from labs to multi-site operations
Contact SalesEnterprise Alliance
Custom Pricing
- ✓ Custom feature development
- ✓ On-prem or private cloud options
- ✓ Dedicated engineering support
- ✓ Quarterly optimization sessions
- ✓ White-label licensing available
- ✓ AI defect classification add-ons
For semiconductor fabs and tier-1 suppliers
Contact SalesOr Start with API Access
Starter
$50/mo
1,000 reconstructions/month
- ✓ Full API access
- ✓ 2-10 second processing
- ✓ Email support
Small optics shops, R&D labs
Professional
$500/mo
20,000 reconstructions/month
- ✓ Priority queue
- ✓ Batch processing API
- ✓ Phone support
PCB fabs, contract manufacturers
Enterprise API
$5,000/mo
Unlimited + dedicated support
- ✓ 99.9% SLA
- ✓ Custom models
- ✓ On-prem option
Semiconductor fabs, tier-1 suppliers
Pay-Per-Use
$0.10/scan
No commitment
- ✓ Full API access
- ✓ No monthly minimum
- ✓ Same quality
Prototyping, low-volume mfg
All plans include: OpenAPI documentation • Multi-region deployment • SOC 2 compliance • 14-day free trial
Average Payback: Less Than 2 Months
After that, it's pure savings.
0.7
months
Optics manufacturer payback
(replacing $200K Zygo)
(replacing $200K Zygo)
1.3
months
PCB fab payback
(replacing $100K AOI)
(replacing $100K AOI)
1.4
months
Semiconductor payback
(replacing $500K KLA)
(replacing $500K KLA)
Cloud Processing & Content Creation Software
Turns raw data into valuable business assets.
Cloud Reconstruction
GPU-accelerated processing with BM3D denoising, angular spectrum propagation, and twin image suppression.
Digital Twin Sync
Align digital twin with real data. Share for collaboration. Version control your 3D models.
Secure & API-Driven
REST API with OpenAPI docs. SOC 2 compliance. Full audit logging. On-prem options available.
Production-Ready Technology
Validated algorithms. Real-world deployments. Enterprise reliability.
Angular Spectrum Propagation
Exact Helmholtz solution—the gold standard for numerical reconstruction. GPU-optimized for real-time processing.
Intelligent Autofocus
Automatic focal plane detection using variance, gradient, and Laplacian metrics. 21-plane sweep standard.
Phase Unwrapping
Quality-guided and Goldstein algorithms for accurate 3D surface reconstruction from wrapped phase.
Twin Image Suppression
HIO, Gerchberg-Saxton, and Error Reduction methods eliminate artifacts for clean reconstructions.
BM3D Denoising
State-of-the-art noise reduction preserves fine details while eliminating sensor noise.
Universal Format Support
TIFF, PNG, NPY, RAW—works with any camera output. No proprietary formats required.
Ready to Build Your First Digital Twin?
Start with a free 14-day trial. No credit card required. Process your first hologram in minutes.
Or call us: Available for technical discussions immediately
Questions? Let's Talk.
Tell us your inspection challenge. We'll show you exactly how Aperture API solves it—with a live demo using your data.