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Generating Ultra-Pure Green Light for Ultra-High Definition Displays

ETH Zurich Chemical Engineers have, for the very first time, successfully produced ultra-pure green light. The new light-emitting diode will make room for visibly enhanced color quality in a new generation of ultra-high definition displays for smartphones and TVs.

7 Sep 2017

$New Technique Helps Carve Optical Diffraction Gratings from Pure Diamonds$

New Technique Helps Carve Optical Diffraction Gratings from Pure Diamonds

EPFL Researchers have developed a novel technique to microscopically cut diamonds into a specific shape and smooth them down at an atomic level. Thanks to this latest method, optical diffraction gratings with incredibly smooth surfaces can now be manufactured from pure diamonds.

5 Sep 2017

European XFEL - World's Largest X-ray Laser Launched in Hamburg

The XFEL is a project of excellence with 27,000 X-ray laser flashes every second and a luminance that is a billion times higher than that of the finest conventional X-ray sources. The XFEL will pave way for totally new research opportunities and help transcend the existing boundaries of scientific research.

4 Sep 2017

Researchers Create Compact Mass Spectrometer Capable of Analyzing Mars' Atmosphere

BYU researchers have created a miniaturized, portable version of a tool now capable of analyzing Mars’ atmosphere — and that’s just one of its myriad possible uses.

1 Sep 2017

WiZ Connected Lights Creates Intelligent Lighting System for Homes

WiZ Connected Lights is an easy-to-use app and setup that does not require a hub, and allows users to “pair and share” in just 30 seconds.

31 Aug 2017

Andor Camera Brings Sound of Ancient Wind Instruments to Life

Following the discovery of the instruments in the library of the Sacred Convent of Assisi, Italy, each was subjected to non-invasive and non-destructive X-ray and neutron beam tomography and radiography imaging at the Paul Scherrer Institute’s SINQ (Swiss Spallation Neutron Source) in Switzerland.

From Andor Technology Ltd. 25 Aug 2017

MOON Selfie Offers Unparalleled Lighting Experience for Selfie Enthusiasts

MOON Selfie, a unique compact selfie light accessory, have been launched today on Kickstarter. Its sleek and modern design is compatible for smartphones, thin screens, and tablets.

24 Aug 2017

Tivoli Lighting Introduces New Eclipse Wall Light System

LED innovator, Tivoli Lighting has launched its innovative EclipseWall Light System just in time for Solar Eclipse on August 21st. This exclusive lighting innovation has been built in response to a need that has emerged as the movie theater industry started progressing into a luxury theater experience.

22 Aug 2017

IPG Photonics Forms New Partnership to Benefit Customers: Fastest Growing Fiber Laser Manufacturer Strengthens Sales Channels

IPG Photonics Corporation, the world leader in high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers, announced a new partnership with MC Machinery (MCM) promoting IPG's growing portfolio of industrial laser systems for materials processing applications.

From IPG Photonics Corporation 16 Aug 2017

Light Polymers Reveals New Spectrum-Specific Lyotropic Based Photonic Films

Light Polymers today revealed the upcoming Crystallin® product line, with spectrum-specific, lyotropic based photonic films.

11 Aug 2017

New Optical Technique Could Predict Coating Lifetime and Help Boost Efficiency of Airplane Engines

An optical analysis method formulated, for the first time, by a team of researchers can reveal weak areas in ceramic thermal barrier coatings that shield jet engine turbines from wear and high temperatures.

10 Aug 2017

Miniature Terahertz Laser Holds Promise for Use in Imaging and Chemical Detection

Terahertz radiation has probable applications in industrial and medical imaging and chemical detection, among other applications. Basically, it can be defined as the band of the electromagnetic spectrum between visible light and microwaves.

9 Aug 2017

Gamma Scientific Offers World’s Most Advanced Compact Industrial Spectroradiometer/Flicker Meter for Accurate and Repeatable Display Measurements

The new Gamma Scientific GS-1160B Spectroradiometer is the most advanced compact lightweight industrial /(desktophandheldbenchtop) spectroradiometer/flicker meter available for fast, accurate, and repeatable display measurements. It and features an powerful extensive suite of analysis capabilities for display designers, manufacturers, and engineers making it a powerfully productive tool in an affordable, lightweight package.

From Gamma Scientific 9 Aug 2017

Basler ace L Enters Series Production

Basler is starting the series production for all models in its new ace L product line. This expansion of the ace series includes twelve new cameras with the high-resolution CMOS sensors of the latest generation from Sony’s Pregius line.

From Basler AG 8 Aug 2017

New Method Pushes the Frontier in Imaging Resolution and Distinguishes Individual Features in Single Molecules

Just as we are becoming familiar with super-resolution microscopes breaking the optical diffraction barrier to resolve details just 20 nm apart, scientists at Harvard University’s Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering have demonstrated an optical resolution of less than five nanometres (<5 nm). The technology, which the team calls Discrete Molecular Imaging (DMI), was developed using either an ultra-sensitive Andor Zyla 4.2 or iXon Ultra 897 camera at its heart to achieve the highest resolution in optical microscopy yet seen.

From Andor Technology Ltd. 3 Aug 2017