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Germanium (Ge) is a metalloid located in group 14 of the periodic table with an atomic number of 32. This element has a bright gray appearance and has gained significant importance in electronic and optoelectronic technologies due to its semiconductor properties. Germanium exhibits chemical similarities to silicon and tin and is one of the rare elements found in nature, typically occurring in trace amounts within sulfide minerals.DiscoveryGermanium was discovered in 1886 by the German chemist Cl

Infrared imaging systems are sophisticated technologies that are increasingly finding application in modern engineering solutions. One of the key components in these systems is the optical window. These windows, which establish the connection between the imaging sensor and the external environment, are not merely physical protectors but also active components that directly influence optical performance. In particular, for systems designed to operate in the infrared spectrum, the selection of win