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Viewing Adaptive Optics in a New Light

AZoOptics speaks to Phaseform, whose approach to adaptive optics is helping to refine optic technologies across applications like life sciences microscopy and optical inspection.

From Phaseform GmbH 23 Aug 2022

Recent Developments in Optical Sensors

While low-cost and readily deployable sensor products are entering the market at an ever-increasing rate, the roster of novel applications for optical sensing continues to grow. This article highlights some key recent developments in optical sensors.

By Ben Pilkington 22 Aug 2022

How Do Space Telescopes Work?

US President Joe Biden unveiled the first images from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) in July 2022. The joint NASA, ESA, and CSA mission is building on the success of previous space telescopes – notably, the Hubble Telescope – to provide the most detailed and captivating look at our universe.

By Ben Pilkington 22 Aug 2022

Gamma Ray Generation Using High-Powered Lasers

This article focuses on the concept of gamma rays, their sources and emitters. It then focuses on the presence of gamma rays in the cosmos and how they are generated. Finally, it talks about joint research between facilities in the US and Czech Republic and how they would benefit the gamma-ray generation process.

By Aditya Humnabadkar 16 Aug 2022

The Principles of Boxcar Averaging

In this article, Zurich Instruments introduces boxcar averaging and discusses the main principles of the process.

From Zurich Instruments AG 9 Aug 2022

Imaging Colorimeters for Measuring Light and Color of a Light Source

This article explains the features of light and color spectrum, radiometry, spectrometry and spectroradiometer.

From Radiant Vision Systems 1 Aug 2022

Understanding Lithium-Ion Battery Degradation with Raman Spectroscopy

Raman spectroscopy has been used to understand how lithium ions introduce and interact with the graphite electrodes and other materials and has helped identify materials for battery designs with larger charging capacities.

By Rebecca Ingle, Ph.D 27 Jul 2022

Utilizing X-Ray Fluorescence for Glass Analysis

Discover how x-ray fluorescence can be used for glass analysis.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific - Elemental Analyzers and Phase Analyzers 26 Jul 2022

Using XRF Techniques for Quantitative Analysis of Clinker Phases

Discover how XRF techniques can be used for the quantitative analysis of clinker phases.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific - Elemental Analyzers and Phase Analyzers 26 Jul 2022

Using XRF Mapping for Analyzing Minerals and Metals

Learn more about how XRF mapping can be used for analyzing minerals and metals.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific - Elemental Analyzers and Phase Analyzers 26 Jul 2022

Featured Equipment

Advanced F-Theta Lenses for Precision Imaging Systems

These F-theta lenses by Avantier are designed for consistent spot size and uniform field curvature correction, ideal for high-resolution imaging applications.

From Avantier Inc.

Off-Axis Parabolic (OAP) Mirrors: Precision Solutions for Advanced Optical Systems

Shanghai Optics provides high-precision off-axis parabolic (OAP) mirrors designed for advanced optical systems, offering superior reflective solutions for applications requiring precise light collimation and focus.

From Shanghai Optics