We report optical and optomechanical design of a new endoscopic system for the urinary bladder. On the basis of the specification, key requirements of the optics are derived. The required high resolution goes hand in hand with a depth of field much smaller than the intended object distance range and raises the need for image focusing. Such a focus mechanism was realized in the small endoscope tip volume with the help of smart memory alloy wires and a matching optical and mechanical design. MTF measurements and practical tests demonstrate a proper function of a prototype of the device.
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