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11 Mar 25
University of Tokyo seeks submicron life in Martian-style rocks

Optical-photothermal infrared technique improves upon existing fluorescence methods in search for microbes.

11 Mar 25
Teradyne targets PIC testing with Quantifi Photonics acquisition

New Zealand-based Quantifi sells a range of products aimed at large-scale PIC manufacturers.

06 Mar 25
Laserax acquires UV laser manufacturer DPSS Lasers…

…and Viavi Solutions to acquire Spirent Communications’ high-speed Ethernet and security businesses.

06 Mar 25
Zeiss launches Lightfield 4D microscopy for ‘instant volumetric high-speed imaging’

Novel technology specified to “redefine how researchers observe living organisms”.

06 Mar 25
Fraunhofer ILT improves diode lasers thanks to fiber Bragg gratings...

...and Fraunhofer IWS spinoff Fusion Bionic wins Fraunhofer Founder Award 2024.

06 Mar 25
IBAIA develops multi-sensing platform monitoring water pollution

EU project will help meet goals of European Green Deal

05 Mar 25
Dutch group developing new production method for perovskite solar cells

“Perovision” approach optimises nickel oxide layers using spatial atomic layer deposition.

05 Mar 25
Spire achieves two-way laser communication between satellites in space

Company to launch further satellites with optical inter-satellite link tech on Transporter-13 Rideshare Mission.

05 Mar 25
Rochester Precision Optics looks global with $50M funding commitment

Vertically integrated optics manufacturer attracts combination of customer support and private investment.

05 Mar 25
nLight results show defense shift

Full-year figures from the US laser company include 20% jump in sales to aerospace and defense applications.

04 Mar 25
Tyndall spinoff Vivid Photonics boosts image quality in AR applications

Horizontal Cavity Surface Emitting Super Luminescent Diode technology said to be “ground breaking”.

04 Mar 25
AI enhances phase imaging, promises clearer views of cells

HZDR team exploits chromatic aberrations as route to clinically useful images.

Beam Shaping for Enhancing Electric Vehicle Welding Applications 23 Oct 2024

PowerPhotonic

Demand for use of laser beam welding in the manufacture of EV batteries and fuel cells is increasing, with growth in demand expected. This white paper has featured a case study in which PowerPhotonic freeform beam shaping technology brings advances in key aspects of laser welding for EV applications: improving the weld process, making welds stronger and with lower spatter: ultimately making EV systems safer for all. Contact PowerPhotonic to start your collaborative journey to improved laser welding.

Advancing Beam Shaping in the 2 µm Spectral Window 07 Feb

Hamamatsu Photonics Europe

Precision is crucial in laser technology, with advancements in beam shaping, essential for enhancing efficiency. Explore the capabilities, applications, and technical specifications of Hamamatsu Photonics’ Liquid Crystal on Silicon Spatial Light Modulator (LCOS-SLM) X15213-19. Optimized for Thulium lasers and designed specifically for the 1850-2050 nm spectral range, explore how this technology has the potential to transform industrial and medical applications.

Identifying Optical Materials with Precision Accuracy 04 Mar

Knight Optical

Precision accuracy is a critical necessity with any optical component. Rigorous testing to ensure strict compliance with given requirements will always be essential; it is a vitally important demand within any industry sector. Dimensional, surface profiling and optical performance testing are significant aspects of this process, but an additional layer of assurance and quality can be achieved with the use of material verification, employing methods such as refractive index, density testing and transmission measurement. This White Paper explores advanced techniques for precise optical material verification, overcoming the limitations of traditional testing methods.

Measure How We See – The Way to Perfect Display Colors 28 Oct 2024

ADMESY

In recent years new display technologies have emerged. OLED displays, TFT’s with quantum dot technology or laser projectors offer brighter and more saturated colors than possible before. To achieve consistent colors across different displays, colorimetric calibration of the displays is essential.

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