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Fraunhofer Scientists Develop Laser Welding Systems for Transparent Plastics

Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology have developed a sophisticated laser welding technology to solder transparent plastic parts.

7 Feb 2011

Cutera Launches Excel V Laser System for Treating Cosmetic Vascular Conditions

Cutera, a pioneer in laser and energy-based aesthetic devices, has introduced the Excel V laser system, an innovative vascular work station developed particularly for plastic surgeons and dermatologists.

7 Feb 2011

Avago Unveils Optical Isolation Amplifiers for Solar Panel Power Systems

Supplier of analog interface components, Avago Technologies announced that it is providing optical isolation amplifiers for current sensing and motor control applications.

4 Feb 2011

Laser Operations Unveils Portable Laser System for Direct Illumination Applications

Laser Operations has rolled out a new portable laser system that is suitable for direct illumination, forensics, medical laser therapy, heat-treating, laser soldering and plastic welding.

4 Feb 2011

FEI Launches High-Resolution Electron Microscopes for Material Science Applications

Provider of electron microscopes, FEI has launched a new range of high-resolution scanning electron microscopes (UHR SEMs) for material science applications.

4 Feb 2011

Amphenol, Molex and National Semiconductor Demonstrate Fiber-Optic Transmission Technology at DesignCon Conference

Amphenol, Molex and National Semiconductor have demonstrated a new transmission technology at the DesignCon conference that was held in Silicon Valley.

4 Feb 2011

AlpenIO Showcases Optical Cable Assemblies at DesignCon Event

Developer of optical interconnect technology, AlpenIO has introduced new optical solutions at the DesignCon event. The optical cable assemblies are based on AlpenIO’s patented LightFinity optical technology and are ideal for PCI Express cards.

4 Feb 2011

IMRA Introduces Femtolite FX-100i Fiber Laser for Spectroscopy Applications

IMRA America, developer of fiber laser solutions, has introduced a new fiber laser device that is an ideal alternative for Ti:sapphire lasers.

4 Feb 2011

MKS Instruments Receives Follow-On Order from Chinese Solar Cell Manufacturer

MKS Instruments announced that a Chinese solar cell manufacturer has placed a $10 million follow-on order for its new RF power supplies, advanced control solutions and matching networks.

From MKS Instruments, Inc. 4 Feb 2011

Sony to Acquire LCD Display Facility from Seiko Epson

Sony has announced that will acquire Seiko Epson’s Chinese subsidiary, a company specializing in the manufacture of small and medium-sized TFT LCD panels.

4 Feb 2011

Sceptre Introduces 24-Inch Widescreen LED HDTVs

Sceptre has unveiled a new series of 24’’ widescreen LED HDTVs with a resolution of 1920 x 1080. The Galaxy Series LED HDTVs are suitable for both PC gamers and movie enthusiasts.

4 Feb 2011

Tyco Electronics Unveils Large-Format Interactive Displays with Touch Technologies

Global technology company, Tyco Electronics has added new IntelliTouch Plus and IntelliTouch technologies in 42” and 46", and 32" sizes, respectively.

4 Feb 2011

Cardinal Scale Launches SB500 Remote Weight Display with Intensity Light Sensor

Cardinal Scale has released a new remote weight display for use in vehicles scales. The SB500 remote display includes four-way directional arrows and a red/green traffic light for traffic management of trucks dragging off and on a scale for weighments.

From Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Company 4 Feb 2011

ASUS Releases ProArt Monitor with QuickFit Virtual Scale Feature

ASUS announced the launch of a new monitor that features a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. The PA246Q ProArt monitor comprises a 24” LCD display and features a P-IPS panel that reproduces 98% of the Adobe RGB color space.

4 Feb 2011