Ruda-Cardinal, Inc., an optical design and assembly firm, is now Ruda Optical. With this corporate name change, Ruda will build on the legacy of Dr. Mitch Ruda and founders while looking to future growth as leaders in Optical Engineering. Ruda Optical is owned and operated by Cat Merrill and Dr. Kate Medicus and is a Woman Owned Small Business, as certified by the SBA.

Our Mission

Ruda Optical leverages our collective expertise to push boundaries, provide excellence in the
highest quality custom optical solutions, and exceed client expectations.

NEWS

We’re proud to sponsor the International Day of Light! Friends & family, students, and STEM teachers are invited to the Flandrau Planetarium on Sunday, May 21st for two FREE science program for all ages. The 2pm and 3:30 pm programs explore the science of light. Limited seating. First come, first seated. More:

AZTC link: Public Invited to Explore the Universe and the Science of Light for Free at Flandrau on May 21 | Arizona Technology Council (aztechcouncil.org)

Flandrau link: International Day of Light | Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium

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