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Global Laser Diode Market Forecast to Grow at 12.6% CAGR

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Laser Diode Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering.

11 Dec 2014

ADVA Optical Networking Introduces New FSP 3000 Access Link Monitoring Solution

ADVA Optical Networking today launched its new FSP 3000 Access Link Monitoring (ALM) solution in a clear response to operators’ demands for greater insights into their rapidly expanding fiber access networks.

11 Dec 2014

New Dry Flexible Indoor Plenum Rated Ribbon Cable from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave

Sumitomo Electric Lightwave, a leader in the development and manufacturing of optical fiber and connectivity solutions, today announced the introduction of its new dry Flexible Indoor Plenum Rated Ribbon Cable, the industry’s first with up to 432 fibers.

11 Dec 2014

New LED Fix Mount Electronic Photo Controls from Intermatic

Intermatic, a leader in energy management solutions, today announces the release of its new line of dusk-to-dawn Fix Mount Electronic Photo Controls with electronic switching mechanisms for use in outdoor lighting fixtures.

11 Dec 2014

OPALS Demonstrates Repeatability of Space-to-Ground Laser Communications

You may know opals as fiery gemstones, but something special called OPALS is floating above us in space. On the International Space Station, the Optical Payload for Lasercomm Science (OPALS) is demonstrating how laser communications can speed up the flow of information between Earth and space, compared to radio signals.

10 Dec 2014

Long-Term Study Confirms Benefits of Endoscopic Laser Treatment for Early Vocal-Cord Cancer

The first long-term study of a pioneering endoscopic laser treatment for early vocal-cord cancer, developed at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and previously shown to provide optimal voice outcomes, finds that it is as successful as traditional approaches in curing patients' tumors while avoiding the damage to vocal quality caused by radiotherapy or by conventional laser or cold-instrument surgery.

10 Dec 2014

New Light-Based Tool Helps Swimmers Improve Technique, Heal Muscles

Swimmers looking to monitor and improve technique and patients striving to heal injured muscles now have a new light-based tool to help reach their goals. A research article by scientists at the University of Essex in Colchester and Artinis Medical Systems published today (5 December) in the Journal of Biomedical Optics (JBO) describes the first measurements of muscle oxygenation underwater and the development of the enabling technology.

10 Dec 2014

Researchers Describe Resistance Increase Mechanism of P-type GaN Irradiated with 380 keV Protons

Gallium nitride (GaN) based devices are attractive for harsh environment electronics because of their high chemical and the mechanical stability of GaN itself that has a higher atomic displacement energy than other semiconductor materials.

10 Dec 2014

In-Depth Study on Current State of Global Fiber Optic Connector Industry

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Fiber Optic Connector Industry Report 2014 " report to their offering.

10 Dec 2014

New 150W I-Beam Mount Explosion Proof LED Light Fixture from Larson Electronics

The Larson Electronics EPL-IBM-150LED-RT explosion proof high bay light fixture provides operators with a powerful and energy efficient alternative to traditional hazardous location luminaries. LED technology and a compact design make this lamp an excellent replacement upgrade option for the older, bulky and high maintenance cost fixtures.

10 Dec 2014

Syneron Signs Multi-Year Agreement with American Medical Systems to Supply Holmium Lasers

Syneron Medical Ltd., a leading global aesthetic device company, announced today the signing of a multi-year agreement with American Medical Systems (AMS) to supply holmium lasers. AMS, an Endo International plc subsidiary, is a leading global provider of medical technologies for pelvic health conditions.

10 Dec 2014

ForceField Enters Licensing Agreement for Noveda's IntelliNET™ Luminaire Management System

ForceField Energy Inc., a seller and distributor of energy products and solutions, today announced that it has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Bridgewater, New Jersey based Noveda Technologies Inc., a leader in cloud-based, real-time energy and water management systems for Noveda's Intelligent Lighting Management Technology incorporating integrated measurement and verification for use in all LED applications.

9 Dec 2014

Synopsys Introduces Version 8.2 of LightTools Illumination Design Software

Synopsys, Inc., a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced the availability of version 8.2 of its LightTools® illumination design software, which delivers advanced modeling and analysis features for illumination design.

9 Dec 2014

Kyocera Introduces Two Innovative New TFT-LCD Displays

Kyocera today introduced two innovative new TFT-LCD displays that allow bright colors to be seen clearly even in intense sunlight - making them ideal for industrial applications including medical, aerospace, marine, test and measurement, and factory automation equipment.

9 Dec 2014

Researchers Develop Room-Temperature and Continuous Wave Interband Cascade Lasers

A team led by the University of Oklahoma professor who invented the interband cascade laser has reached a major milestone in the development of interband cascade lasers by creating a robust technology that operates at room temperature and works continuously—an important component for building practical systems.

9 Dec 2014