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17 Oct 13
Key decisions on EUV introduction delayed

ASML customers have put back critical decisions on lithography investments by 6-9 months.

16 Oct 13
3D Systems expands portfolio and eyes future growth

Recent acquisition of Phenix Systems enhances company's capabilities in metal 3D printing.

15 Oct 13
Holography technique protects artworks - and aircraft

Hyper-spectral images reveal deterioration of antiques; approach also being adapted for aerospace safety application.

08 Oct 13
Lasers bring proton therapy within easier reach

Technical progress and greater discussion looks set to spur adoption of proton therapy in certain specific scenarios.

07 Oct 13
Laser tomography aids 'mass production' of stem cells

Technique patented by Laser Zentrum Hannover helps biologists to control cell characteristics.

02 Oct 13
Optical ‘space division multiplexing’ carries 400G across Austria

Collaboration between Coriant and A1, part of Telekom Austria, achieves first 400G field trial.

02 Oct 13
Heliatek and glass giant AGC to develop ‘PV windows’

Development agreement to integrate organic solar films in glass.

01 Oct 13
Optical method speeds cancer diagnosis in surgery

Offers potential to revolutionize the surgical treatment of cancers.

26 Sep 13
Laser fiber diameters differ widely from specifications

New study by urologists reveals significant variation of advertised fiber sizes; manufacturers inconsistent on supposed standards.

26 Sep 13
Cascade laser countermeasures complete flight safety tests

Production-ready system based on Daylight Solutions’ quantum cascade emitters demonstrates maturity.

24 Sep 13
Cree releases HD LED array

Doubling of system intensity enables reductions in cost and power consumption.

23 Sep 13
Smaller, faster infrared sensors suit mobility applications

FLIR and BAE Systems point the way towards new potential markets for thermal imaging devices.

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