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Gigahertz-Optik’s New Model Integrating Sphere Source ISS-8P-HP

Integrating sphere light sources provide a uniform and variable light output making them useful as calibration light source standards for PRNU Photo-Response Non-Uniformity comparison of imaging systems and sensors.

From Gigahertz-Optik Inc 6 Dec 2012

JK Lasers Launch 3kW Fiber Laser

3kW Fiber Laser Launched by JK Lasers - A powerful 3kW fiber laser has been launched by global industrial laser manufacturer JK Lasers, part of the GSI Group.

6 Dec 2012

New Method to Produce Metal-Organic Frameworks for Optics, Photonics Applications

Researchers of the KIT Institute of Functional Interfaces (IFG), Jacobs University Bremen, and other institutions have developed a new method to produce metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). By means of the so-called liquid-phase epitaxy, the scientists succeeded in producing a new class of MOFs with a pore size never reached before. These frameworks open up interesting applications in medicine, optics, and photonics. The new class of MOFs, called "SURMOF 2", is presented in the "Nature Scientific Reports" journal.

6 Dec 2012

Luminus Devices Commences Shipping of New UV Slim LED Packages

Luminus Devices, Inc., the leader in Big Chip LEDs™, has announced that their new UV Slim LED packages, which began sampling in May, have begun shipping as production units today.

6 Dec 2012

Volunteers Sought to Examine Thousands of Hubble Space Telescope Images of the Andromeda Galaxy

Astronomers at the University of Utah and elsewhere are seeking volunteers to explore the galaxy next door, Andromeda. The newly launched Andromeda Project will use people power to examine thousands of Hubble Space Telescope images of the galaxy to identify star clusters that hold clues to the evolution of galaxies.

6 Dec 2012

Philips Lumileds Launches LUXEON T Illumination-Grade LED for Directional Applications

Building on the market-leading innovations of hot testing and Freedom from Binning™, Philips Lumileds introduces LUXEON® T, the next generation illumination-grade LED tested and specified at 85°C to ensure in-application performance with tight color control, to within 3-Step MacAdams (SDCM).

From Lumileds 6 Dec 2012

Novel Superconducting Element Holds Potential for Medical Imaging Applications

Scientists from the University of Tübingen, working with colleagues from Tel Aviv University and the University of Kiel have proposed [1] and experimentally demonstrated [2] a new type of superconducting element ¨C named the j - Josephson junction. Implemented in cryogenic devices, this element will make superconducting electronic circuits work practically "by themselves" and improve functionality.

6 Dec 2012

OxySense Introduces a Breakthrough Invasive Optical Measurement Needle

OxySense Inc., the leader in optical and non-invasive oxygen measurement systems announced the new Sidewinder Invasive Measurement Needle.

6 Dec 2012

Dow Corning Introduces New Heat-Curable Phenyl Silicone Optical Encapsulants for LEDs

Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, further expanded its industry-leading portfolio of phenyl silicone optical encapsulants today with five new two-part, heat-curable grades. The new products offer enhanced reliability, better anti-silver corrosion and greater durability for demanding light-emitting diode (LED) designs. They also further underscore Dow Corning’s commitment to driving best-in-class improvements in the performance and reliability of solid-state lighting.

5 Dec 2012

New LCD-Based Spherical Curved Contact Lens Display

The Centre of Microsystems Technology (CMST), imec’s associated laboratory at Ghent University Belgium), announced today it has developed an innovative spherical curved LCD display, which can be embedded in contact lenses. The first step toward fully pixelated contact lens displays, this achievement has potential wide-spread applications in medical and cosmetic domains.

From imec Inc. 5 Dec 2012

Newport Expands Solar Wafer Testing Capabilities

Newport Corporation, a worldwide leader in laser and photonic solutions that Make, Manage and Measure Light®, is pleased to announce expanded capabilities that include solar wafer testing and calibration for bare cells up to 156 mm x 156 mm.

From Newport Corporation 5 Dec 2012

Olmec Develops Multi-Camera, Multi-Illumination Inspection System to Check Foil Seal Integrity

Vision systems integrator. Olmec-UK, has developed a novel multi-camera, multi-illumination high speed inspection system to check the integrity of the foil seal on the plastic lids that are used to seal a wide range of glass and plastic containers in the food, healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. These foil seals provide an air-tight seal to protect against contamination, humidity, tampering and leakages in order to maintain product freshness and increase shelf life. This type of lid and seal are used on a wide range of products from milk bottles to sauces such as ketchup, powdered drinks and tablet containers.

5 Dec 2012

GlacialLight Launches 60W AC LED Flood Light with Philips Lumileds LED Chips

GlacialLight, a division of the Taiwanese technology manufacturer, GlacialTech Inc., has added the GL-FL60, a 60W AC-input LED Flood Light with Philips Lumileds LED chips, to its energy efficient LED flood light series.

5 Dec 2012

DELTA Optical Thin Film Appoints Distributor for Greater China

DELTA Optical Thin Film, world leading manufacturer of advanced optical interference filters, including unique Linear Variable Filters, is pleased to announce it has signed a distribution contract with Chinese company WESI Technology based in Shanghai.

From Delta Optical Thin Film A/S 5 Dec 2012

Fiber-Optic Equivalent of World's Smallest Wrench Created for Biological Research

Harnessing laser light's ability to gently push and pull microscopic particles, researchers have created the fiber-optic equivalent of the world's smallest wrench. This virtual tool can precisely twist and turn the tiniest of particles, from living cells and DNA to microscopic motors and dynamos used in biological and physical research.

4 Dec 2012