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New 30-inch 6 MP Monitor for Multi-Modality Applications from EIZO

EIZO Inc. announced the release of the RadiForce RX650, a 30-inch color LCD monitor ideal for multi-modality applications.

22 Nov 2013

Prysm Wins Most Innovative Product of the Year Award for Laser Phosphor Display Videowalls

Prysm Inc., a designer and manufacturer of videowalls that deliver immersive and engaging user experiences, today announced that the Best in Biz Awards have honored its Laser Phosphor Display (LPD) videowalls as one of the Most Innovative Products of the Year. These prestigious awards are the only independent business awards program judged by members of the media from top-tier news, business and technology publications, as well as broadcast outlets and analyst firms.

21 Nov 2013

Eaton Introduces Metalux SkyRidge Luminaires Featuring WaveStream LED Technology

Power management company Eaton today announced that its Cooper Lighting division has introduced Metalux SkyRidge™ luminaires. Featuring patented WaveStream™ light-emitting diode (LED) technology, the high-efficiency fixtures offer customers a stylish, affordable alternative to fluorescent fixtures. They provide superior optical control, resulting in maximum energy savings and design flexibility for ambient applications.

21 Nov 2013

Global Display Applications' Market Forecast to Grow at 3.1% CAGR to Reach $164.244 Billion by 2017

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Display Market (2012 - 2017) By Technology, Type, Applications & Geography" report to their offering.

21 Nov 2013

UW Planetarium Receives $875,000 Gift from Windy Ridge Foundation

An $875,000 gift from the Windy Ridge Foundation will modernize and transform the University of Wyoming Planetarium through a comprehensive renovation of the existing space and extensive technological upgrades.

21 Nov 2013

Dr. James C. Wyant Professorship in Optics Bestowed on Distinguished Researcher, Govind Agarwal

Professor Govind Agrawal, a world leader in optical communications, has been installed as the inaugural recipient of the Dr. James C. Wyant Professorship in Optics. Agrawal joined the faculty of the Institute of Optics in 1989 and is a professor of optics and physics at the University, as well as a senior scientist at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics.

21 Nov 2013

Plastic Logic and PrintLess Plans Develop Touch-Sensitive, Flexible Display for the Construction Industry

Plastic Logic, the flexible display technology company, has entered into a development partnership with PrintLess Plans to produce the Zephyr E-portfolio, a touch-sensitive display for plans for on-site use by the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.

20 Nov 2013

EXFO Extends 40G/100G Ethernet and OTN Test Capabilities with Power Blazer Suite

EXFO Inc. today announced the extension of its FTB/IQS-88100NGE Power Blazer offering to cover 10M-to-10G interfaces, and rates including Ethernet, SONET/SDH and OTN. Adding to the modules' existing 40G/100G capabilities, these functionalities are available as software options for existing 88100NGE Power Blazer modules, thus maximizing customers' return on investment (ROI).

20 Nov 2013

Blue and Red LEDs Have a Positive Effect on Growth of Lettuce

In the life cycle of plants, most developmental processes are dependent on light. Significant biological processes such as germination, shade avoidance, circadian rhythms, and flower induction are all affected by light.

20 Nov 2013

OLED Lighting Market Forecast to Exceed $1.25 Billion by 2023

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "OLED Lighting Opportunities 2013-2023: Forecasts, Technologies, Players" report to their offering.

20 Nov 2013

Power Integrations Rolls Out LYTSwitch-4 LED-Driver IC Family

Power Integrations, the leader in high-efficiency, high-reliability LED-driver ICs, today added devices optimized for high-line applications, completing the roll-out of its LYTSwitch™-4 LED-driver IC family. LYTSwitch-4 ICs deliver accurate output current and high efficiency for bulb and tube applications and high-bay lighting.

20 Nov 2013

Molex and CALIENT Demonstrate Hybrid Packet-Optical Circuit Switched Network Architecture at Supercomputing 2013

Molex Incorporated has teamed with CALIENT Technologies, Inc., to demonstrate an InfiniBand* hybrid packet-optical circuit switched network architecture at Supercomputing 2013 in Denver (Nov. 17-22).

20 Nov 2013

FDA Clears NEC Display’s MD210C2 Medical Diagnostic Monitor

NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today the Food and Drug Administration 510(k) cleared 21-inch MultiSync® MD210C2 medical-grade monitor, built for the displaying and viewing of digital images for diagnosis by trained physicians.

From NEC 20 Nov 2013

Opto Diode Release New Quadrant Photodiode

Opto Diode, a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, introduces the SXUVPS4C, a quadrant photodiode with a 5 mm2 active area in each quadrant. The new device is the first of two new SXUV multi-element photodiodes to be introduced.

From Opto Diode Corp. 19 Nov 2013

Revolution Lighting Acquires Distributor, Tri-State LED

Revolution Lighting Technologies, Inc. (“Revolution Lighting”), a leader in advanced LED lighting technology, today announced it has acquired Tri-State LED in a cash and stock transaction. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

19 Nov 2013