
Optical Scientific, Inc.
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Overview
10 - 49
Employees
1985
Year Founded
ABOUT OPTICAL SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Sensor research, development & manufacturing firm!
Optical Scientific, Inc. was established in 1985 and is a research, development, engineering, and manufacturing company situated in the I-270 high-tech corridor near Washington, DC. We specialize in designing and producing some of the world's most advanced optical instruments for measuring various parameters, including air and gas flow, wind, turbulence, liquid and powder tank levels, visibility, and precipitation type and amount. For over 39 years, we have maintained a continuous research and development program to uphold our status as a global leader in the industry. Our sensors and systems are utilized across numerous sectors, including airports, highways, railroads, maritime vessels, smelters, power plants, refineries, and many other commercial and industrial locations worldwide. Our range of products and services encompasses Environmental Instruments (such as Optical Anemometers and Optical Flow Sensors), Laser Level Meters, Weather Instruments (including sensors for crosswind, turbulence, rain, snow, visibility, and current weather), Modular Automated Weather Observing Systems, affordable portable weather stations, as well as comprehensive systems engineering, field testing, installation, training, and support services, all delivered with outstanding customer service.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
English
HIGHLIGHTS
10 - 49
Employees
1985
Year Founded
Services
Focus
Industries
Clients
Services Provided
38% Engineering Services
30% Manufacturing
11% Installation Services
11% Training Services
10% Technical Assistance
About the Team
OUR STORY
Since its establishment in 1985, Optical Scientific, Inc. (OSI) has emerged as a global leader in developing and manufacturing optical scintillation-based sensors. These advanced instruments precisely monitor precipitation, weather conditions, visibility, airflow, crosswinds, and atmospheric turbulence. OSI's dedicated team has successfully executed over 30 optical sensing projects, continually refining their technology. Their sensors, integrating more than 800 million field hours in their algorithms, serve critical roles in airports, highways, railroads, and maritime sectors, and have even supported NASA’s radar calibration in space. Notably, the Optical Flow Sensor (OFS) series, introduced in 2000, addresses stringent EPA compliance by monitoring gas flow under challenging conditions. Trusted by esteemed organizations like NASA, NOAA, and the EPA, OSI remains committed to delivering innovative, reliable