Tech Talks with John Ellis: Unmasking the Genius Behind Optics for Hire

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The article profiles John Ellis, founder of Optics for Hire, and highlights his work on custom optical systems for major companies such as Amazon, HP, Toyota, and GE. It discusses his approach to designing solutions for self-driving cars, smartphones, and medical devices, with an emphasis on solving specific engineering problems and meeting price-point constraints. Ellis also explains how optics and sensing technologies could improve vehicle safety, enable new smartphone capabilities, and assist surgeons during medical procedures. The interview frames technology as an enabler that changes jobs and workflows rather than simply replacing people.

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