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NASA to Develop Highly Sophisticated Laboratory Tool to Assure Ultra-Stable Space Telescopes

Finding and characterizing dozens of Earth-like planets will require a super-stable space telescope whose optical components move or distort no more than a few picometers — a measurement smaller than the size of an atom. It also will require next-generation tools with which to assure that level of stability.

20 Jul 2016

Nuclear Inspection Benefits from New Generation Sensor Lens

Resolve Optics Ltd. reports on increasing demand from the nuclear industry for radiation hard lenses optimised to operate with the latest generation of colour sensors.

From Resolve Optics Ltd. 20 Jul 2016

Larson’s New 40W Low Profile LED Light Fixture Approved for Hazardous Locations

Larson Electronics, a company that specializes in industrial grade lighting solutions, announced the release of a 40 watt low profile LED light fixture approved for Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations, while also carrying an ATEX Zone 1 & 2 rating, as well as PSE, and SAA certifications.

19 Jul 2016

Horticultural Lighting Conference to Take Place at Palmer House Hilton Hotel in Illinois

LEDs Magazine, owned by PennWell Corporation and part of the PennWell LED & Lighting Network, announced today the launch of the Horticultural Lighting Conference to be held October 12, 2016 at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel in downtown Chicago, IL.

19 Jul 2016

SYLVANIA Socket Survey Reveals Upswing of LED Lighting Adoption among North American Customers

The eighth annual SYLVANIA Socket Survey, a nationwide measure of public attitudes about energy-efficient lighting and awareness of lighting trends, was released today by LEDVANCE.

19 Jul 2016

Larson’s New High Bay LED Light Fixture Provides Alternative to Traditional Gas Burning Luminaries

Larson Electronics, an industrial lighting supplier, has announced the release of a new general area use high bay LED light fixture that provides operators with a powerful and energy efficient alternative to traditional gas burning luminaries.

19 Jul 2016

Prior Scientific Announces Accessories for New Nikon Ts2R Microscope

Prior Scientific, a leading developer of microscope accessories, has introduced a range of high performance stages, focus motors and automation software for the new Nikon Eclipse Ts2R - an intermediate-sized inverted research microscope designed for a wide variety of applications.

From Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd. 18 Jul 2016

Scientists Use New X-Ray Laser Experimental Station to Study Nature of Hemoglobin

A new X-ray laser experimental station at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory recently welcomed its first research group, scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.

18 Jul 2016

Discovery Could Lead to Development of New Materials for Many Light-Based Applications

Researchers recently made the surprising discovery that a special class of materials called “hyperuniform materials” can be both dense and transparent.

15 Jul 2016

Scientists Develop Series of Luminescent Compounds that Change Emission Colors upon Mechanical Stimuli

Scientists at Hokkaido University develop a series of luminescent compounds that change emission colors upon mechanical stimuli.

15 Jul 2016

New Study Emphasizes Importance of Environmental Light-Dark Cycle for Health

Along with eating right and exercising, people should consider adding another healthy habit to their list: turning out the lights. That's according to a new study reported in the Cell Press journal Current Biology on July 14 showing many negative health consequences for mice kept under conditions of constant light for a period of months.

15 Jul 2016

Online Pre-Registration Opens for 18th China (Guzhen) International Lighting Fair

On October 22-26, 2016, the 18th China (Guzhen) International Lighting Fair will be grandly held at the Guzhen Convention and Exhibition Center in Zhongshan, China.

15 Jul 2016

DJI's First Integrated Aerial Zoom Camera Optimized for Still Photography

DJI, the world's leading aerial-imaging company, on Thursday announced the Zenmuse Z3, DJI's first integrated aerial zoom camera optimized for still photography.

15 Jul 2016

New Nest Cam Outdoor Extends Security Outside of Customers’ Home

Nest Labs, Inc., architect of the thoughtful home, today announced sweeping changes to its security camera portfolio with the introduction of Nest Cam Outdoor, additional features to the Nest Aware service, and a brand new way to interact with the entire range of Nest products through the Nest app.

15 Jul 2016

Advancements in OLED Displays Could Make Phone Screens Shatterproof

These days, it seems like gadgets are constantly improving, and now the next big development may be organic light-emitting diodes, or OLEDs. The technology promises to improve your phones’ quality, durability and even foldability.

14 Jul 2016