optics.org previews some of the new technologies on show this week in Las Vegas.

Flow Management platform enables applications for smart spaces and security.

French research group says existing infrastructure could detect earthquakes, swell and underwater noise.

Fraunhofer-led effort looking to scale low-cost photovoltaic materials to industrial level.

High-precision photometer on board will search for “Earthlike” exoplanets; successfully sent into orbit after delayed launch.

European Space Agency photonics kit reveals that Ohio plant leaked more than 50 kilotons of methane over 20 days.

Company says there is a market need for larger, symmetrical field of view for more naturalistic viewing.

Sensing systems developer also claims vote of confidence from VW Group with Porsche SE investment.

Draper’s technology enables self-driving cars to perceive surroundings at greater distances.

TruLive3D Imager from Luxendo subsidiary allows analysis of organoids in natural environments.

ENER Aerospacial to make component with fast tip-tilt mechanism for image stabilization.

Photonics-enabled science payloads complete journey to International Space Station.