Scientists at CAS develop compact, solid-state laser system that generates 193-nm coherent vortex beam.

Luminar narrows focus to new 'Halo' platform as Ouster looks to transform its product portfolio.

…while Rochester’s RAM Photonics launches fiber array for AI connectivity.

Capasso Group at Harvard SEAS invents multimodal light manipulator that “could replace beam-splitting waveguides.”

Potential $430M merger expected to complete later this year; should make femtosecond laser approach more cost-effective.

Discrepancy between manufacturers’ specifications and ISE measurements has increased, based on 70,000 tests since 2012.

Long-term deal with Italian cable giant will see Florida startup's advanced fiber produced at facility in Eindhoven.

Near-IR technique spots microplastics and monitors water uptake of plants.

“Cutting Assistant” uses AI to determine parameters; can be fitted to all 6 kW+ TruLasers.

Based on silicon photonics and MEMS tech, startup’s sensors are “inspired by gravitational wave detection principles.”

Potential applications are in optical communications, chiral sensing, and vortex mode generation.

'Top-ten' auto maker signs development and production deals that may see it adopt chip-scale lidar across multiple vehicles.