NIST-built photonics equipment has precision needed to characterize habitable planets around common 'M dwarf' stars.

Combining integrated optics and holography allows AR glasses to be less bulky and offer wider field of view.

Institute for optical telecoms research orders ion beam sputtering system to create laser facet coatings and micro-optical devices.

Having overcome significant technological challenges, chipsets have started shipping. Products implementing them will “ramp up the production curve.”

Altraspin's 3D printing method makes extremely smooth surfaced micro-parts without need for post-processing; cuts time and costs in prototyping.

MIT and HHMI project combines expansion microscopy with lattice light-sheet microscopy.

Canadian developer Laserax says diecasts can now be identified after shot-blasting to ensure clear product traceability.

Czech firm IQ Structures says that its optical technology offers better anti-counterfeiting protection than holographic stickers.

European consortium has developed a prototype laser Doppler vibrometry system that measures arterial stiffness, a major risk factor for undiagnosed cardiovascular disease.

Venture-backed German firm also aiming to double production of key components for high-bandwidth optical links.

Cepton, Blackmore, SOS Lab, AEye, and Ouster among those revealing new designs in Las Vegas.

Swiss Pavilion this week hosting several new photonics-led firms at the high-tech expo in Las Vegas.