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Brodwax Rolls out Recessed Lighting Solution for General Lighting Applications

Brodwax Lighting has introduced a new range of quality recessed lighting that integrates a sleek design with cost-efficiency.

By Andy Choi 30 Jun 2011

Zygo to Provide Lens Assemblies to Medical Device Manufacturer

A provider of high precision optical solutions and optical metrology devices, Zygo has obtained a multi-million dollar order to manufacture high precision objective lens assemblies that are utilized in ophthalmic laser surgeries.

From Zygo Corporation 30 Jun 2011

Bitplane Announces Enhancements for Image Analysis Software Enabling More Complex Analyses

Bitplane, a world leading creator and supplier of 3D and 4D image processing, analysis and visualisation software, today announced the launch of their new Imaris 7.3 software. Imaris 7.3 brings significant enhancements to pivotal features within several Imaris modules enabling users to perform increasingly more challenging image analyses.

30 Jun 2011

Precise Asperical Lenses for More Compact Optical Systems

Aspherical lenses can be used to make more compact, lighter and yet better optical systems. SCHOTT relies on two manufacturing techniques to produce these lenses in complex shapes: CNC technology and precision molding. Both techniques offer advantages that can be used in specific products for customers.

From SCHOTT North America, Inc. 29 Jun 2011

Scientists Demonstrate that Microlaser can Identify Nanoparticles

A graduate student in electrical and systems engineering of Washington University, Lina He with her colleagues showed that microlasers can be used to identify particles with a radius of 10 nm. These microlasers offered a resolution limit of about 1 nm.

By Andy Choi 29 Jun 2011

NIST Physicists Develop Ultra-Stable Microwave Generator for Use in Optical Frequency Combs

Physicists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have combined laser technologies to produce microwave signals of high purity and stability when compared to traditional electronic sources.

From NIST 29 Jun 2011

WiTec Unveils Excitation-Laser Coupling Device for Polarization Experiments

WiTec has rolled out an excitation-laser coupling device that facilitates convenient usage of the alpha500 and alpha300 microscope series.

From WITec GmbH 29 Jun 2011

Hamilton to Showcase Laser Solution in Sweden Conference

A provider of laser solutions for stem cell research and fertility markets, Hamilton Thorne has unveiled the LYKOS laser solution for the fertility and clinical markets.

By Andy Choi 29 Jun 2011

LED Headlight Uses Induction Charging Technology as Power Source

Capstone Industries has introduced the Eco-i-Lite Multi-function LED headlight solution that utilizes induction charging technology as its power source.

By Andy Choi 29 Jun 2011

NEC Rolls Out Computer Option Cards with AMD Processors

NEC Display Solutions of America and Technovare Systems have rolled out four SBC option cards that enable convenient integration with NEC’s X, P, and V series displays.

By Andy Choi 29 Jun 2011

Atmel Introduces LED Drivers for Solid State Lighting Market

Manufacturer of microcontroller solutions, Atmel has introduced a series of multi-string LED drivers that are suitable for solid state lighting and backlighting markets.

By Andy Choi 29 Jun 2011

WITec Microscopes Now Allow You to Easily Switch between Laser Sources

With the most recent introduction of a new multi-wavelength excitation-laser coupling unit WITec has further advanced the ease-of-use of its microscope series. It is now possible to switch between up to three laser sources by the simple rotation of a filter wheel. Calibration and alignment of the laser beam path is guaranteed at all positions assuring the most accurate and variable Raman Imaging system available on the market.

From Quantum Design UK and Ireland Ltd 28 Jun 2011

Leica Microsystems Launch Slidepath Gateway App for iPhone and iPad

Leica Microsystems announces the release of the SlidePath Gateway application for iPad and iPhone, which is the latest addition to the Total Digital Pathology portfolio. SlidePath Gateway is a Digital Pathology viewing application with built-in educational content from leading institutes and pathologists. The free application is available now for download from the Apple App store.

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 28 Jun 2011

Scientists Develop New Technique to Measure the Photoelectric Effect in Graphene

The Vienna University of Technology’s (TU Vienna) scientists have designed light-detectors manufactured from graphene and studied their special properties. They showed how graphene is capable of converting light into electrical signals at a very rapid speed.

By Andy Choi 28 Jun 2011