Optics brand merger gives birth to a photonics giant
At the start of 2003, Thermo Electron brought six of its optical businesses under the umbrella of its subsidiary Spectra-Physics. Jacqueline Hewett spoke to Spectra's president Guy Broadbent about the rebranding.
Research team strikes it rich with a photon drill
Drilling through thousands of feet of rock to reach oil is a tough and expensive business. Michael Hatcher reports on a high-power laser project that could ultimately replace the traditional drill bit with a photon saw.
Cooling kit keeps lasers on the right wavelength
Heat can cripple or kill a laser system, but the right cooling technology can help stabilize your source and extend its lifetime. We profile two of the most popular solutions for achieving accurate temperature control.
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