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Hands-on optics education from geometric optics to fluorescence

openUC2 was born in the classroom. The modular cube system is the ideal platform for teaching optics, microscopy, and imaging at every level — from high school physics to graduate biophotonics courses. Students build real instruments, experiment with optical principles, and develop an intuition for how light works.

Teaching & Workshops application example

Technical specifications

Age range14+ (high school through graduate)
SubjectsGeometric optics, wave optics, microscopy, fluorescence, image processing
Kit optionsCoreBox, QBox, Electronics Add-On, Infinity Add-On
ManualsPrinted and digital, curriculum-aligned
Workshop duration2 hours to 3 days
LanguagesEnglish, German (more on request)

Key capabilities

Build real instruments

Students assemble actual microscopes — not simulations. They understand optics by doing.

Scaffolded curriculum

Learning path from analog optics through electronics to digital fluorescence microscopy.

Reusable and durable

Injection-molded cubes and magnetic connections survive classroom use. No glue, no alignment.

Global workshop network

50+ workshops run worldwide. On-site and virtual teacher training available.

On the roadmap

Interactive online simulation tools
Augmented reality assembly guides
Student certification program

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