Blue diode, adjustable-mode, and ultrafast lasers demonstrate promise for complex welding and cutting processes.

Boston University creates structure to test disease treatments.

…while BlueHalo delivers LOCUST laser defense system to Palletized Hi-Energy Laser project.

Nanjing University device could be incorporated into smartphones and imaging devices.

Rapid identification of problems by light scattering could save lives during surgery.

Asan Medical Center device uses photodynamic therapy inside the stomach to treat obesity.

Diode lasers with 10kW+ outputs offer new solutions for laser cladding – to be presented at Laser World of Photonics.

Shenzen project combines OCT and ultrasound for live animal imaging.

Enhanced specification offers “low-risk development” for unmanned platforms, security, wearables, and thermal sights.

“Nano joint” technology lets users nest metal parts closely together in production.

Featuring counter-drone abilities, EO/IR camera, 3D radar, and RF detection sensors.

Danish optics firm releases “highly precise nanostructured flat optics that are ideal for 3D sensing and machine vision applications”.