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The Nano-Sandwich in Optoelectronics

Graphene is an allotrope of carbon, in which the carbon atoms form a single-layered sheet with a hexagonal honeycomb lattice, where the carbon atoms are arranged in the vertices of each hexagon.

By Benedette Cuffari 3 Mar 2017

An Introduction to Laser Profiling

One of the most common questions asked is, “Why do I need a beam profiler and what basic or specific tools and methods do I need to profile my beam?" Specialized tools are needed by all industries in order to be effective and efficient; the laser industry is no different.

From Ophir Photonics Group 22 Feb 2017

Researchers Develop a Novel Opto-Chemical Security Device with Dual-Password Protection

There has been a huge effort to produce molecular scale logic devices that can process data whilst providing protection by authorizing password entries. Researchers have developed a simple process to fabricate a novel device that utilises the dual ion spectral responsive properties...

By Liam Critchley 28 Feb 2017

Novel Creation of Double Diamond Colloidal Crystals

A group of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, US, have unexpectedly grown colloidal crystals with diamond symmetry, known as double diamond crystals (B32), using a DNA-mediated self-assembly process.

By Liam Critchley 21 Feb 2017

Novel Laser-Based Camera for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cardiovascular Events

In an effort to address this clinical need for an enhanced diagnostic tool in the determination of atherosclerotic lesions, researchers in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Michigan have developed a medical camera capable of providing a high resolution view of arteries.

By Benedette Cuffari 14 Feb 2017

Advanced Thin Film Optical Filters for New Metrology Techniques such as Beam Attenuation

Advanced thin film filters push metrology limits; Alluxa's solutions enhance spectrophotometer accuracy for high OD measurements.

From Alluxa 30 Jan 2017

Replacing Laminated Soft Coatings with Front Surface Hard Optical Coatings

Alluxa's plasma deposition creates hard coatings with superior optical performance and durability at soft coating costs.

From Alluxa 30 Jan 2017

Next-Generation Thin-Film Optical Filters for Life Sciences

Fluorescence imaging relies on advanced filters for high-contrast images and precise detection, with Alluxa's thin-film tech enhancing system performance.

From Alluxa 30 Jan 2017

Using Plasma Deposited Hard Oxide Coatings with Ultra-Narrow Bandpass Optical Filters

Alluxa's advanced plasma PVD process creates ultra-narrow bandpass optical filters with near-100% transmission for improved optical system performance.

From Alluxa 30 Jan 2017