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Optoclamp Could Facilitate Research on New Treatments for Neurological Disorders

Optogenetics provides a powerful tool for studying the brain by allowing researchers to activate neurons using simple light-based signals. But until now, these optical stimulation techniques have been “open loop,” meaning they lack the kind of feedback control that most biological and engineering systems use to maintain a steady operating state.

28 Aug 2015

Meller Optics Introduces Visible & Far Infrared Broadband Optics for OEMs

Meller Optics, Inc. has introduced a full line of optics for transmission from the visible to 20 microns for OEMs of detectors, sensors, and systems that incorporate multiple wavelength devices.

From Meller Optics, Inc. 28 Aug 2015

Canon U.S.A. Introduces Mirrorless EOS M3 Digital Camera with DIGIC 6 Image Processor

Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the EOS M3, a compact and stylish interchangeable lens digital camera created for enthusiast photographers who demand premium performance.

28 Aug 2015

NHM Vienna Invites Journalists for Media Talk on Installation of Meteor Camera

From 31 August 2015, scientists at the NHM Vienna will be able to use a special camera to observe shooting stars and fireballs in the sky above Vienna. The museum invites journalists to a media talk and photo opportunity on the roof of the NHM Vienna on 31 August 2015 at 10.30 am.

28 Aug 2015

IRIS and Hinode Help Understand Why Sun’s Corona is Hotter than its Surface

Modern telescopes and satellites have helped us measure the blazing hot temperatures of the sun from afar. Mostly the temperatures follow a clear pattern: The sun produces energy by fusing hydrogen in its core, so the layers surrounding the core generally get cooler as you move outwards--with one exception. Two NASA missions have just made a significant step towards understanding why the corona--the outermost, wispy layer of the sun's atmosphere --is hundreds of times hotter than the lower photosphere, which is the sun's visible surface.

27 Aug 2015

US Air Force Awards $819,543 for Development of New Class of Photodectors

The United States Air Force, Office of Scientific Research, awarded $819,543 to Xiong Gong, University of Akron associate professor of polymer engineering, to develop a new class of photodectors.

27 Aug 2015

Compass Networks Becomes Member of Consortium of On-Board Optics

Compass Networks, a next-generation networking company and icPhotonics™ chipset pioneer, today announced its membership and participation in the Consortium of On-Board Optics (COBO). The Consortium for On Board Optics develops interoperable specifications to lower power consumption and increase bandwidth for optics within enterprises and data centers.

26 Aug 2015

MACOM Releases New M02027 Advanced TIA for GPON ONU Equipment

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”), a leading supplier of high-performance analog, RF, microwave and optical semiconductor products, today announced the new M02027, next generation high-performance TIA targeted for GPON optical network unit (ONU) equipment.

26 Aug 2015

Garmin International Adds Montana 610, 610t Camo, 680 and 680t Units to its Outdoor Handheld Range

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd., the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the Montana 610, 610t Camo, 680 and 680t, adding four new units to the popular line of outdoor handhelds. Featuring an updated 8MP camera for high-quality geotagged photos, the new Montana 600 series units now have GLONASS support for improved positioning and quicker fixes, as well as 250,000 preloaded geocaches and storage capacity for millions more.

26 Aug 2015

Quantitative Analysis of Professional 3D Camera Market

3D camera captures three-dimensional images and renders an enhanced quality of visuals. The significantly growing popularity of photography worldwide, supplements the adoption of the professional 3D camera. The growing demand of 3D content in the entertainment industry and developments in 3D imaging technology largely fuel the market growth.

25 Aug 2015