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Researchers Develop Model to Predict Optical Properties of Nanostructures

University of British Columbia (UBC) researchers have designed a model, which can predict the optical characteristics of non-conducting nanostructures and nanoparticles.

7 Apr 2011

Laser Components Launches Opto-Mechanical Benches and Mounts

Laser Components, manufacturer and distributer of components for the optoelectronic and laser industry, has launched a new series of opto-mechanical mounts and benches for laser optics.

5 Apr 2011

Department of Defense Awards Multi-Million Dollar Contract to Eye Safety Systems

Idaho-based Eye Safety Systems has received a contract from the Philadelphia-based Department of Defense Logistics Agency Supply Center for optical prescription lens carrier kits.

31 Mar 2011

ACON Investments Purchases Refac Optical Group

Refac Optical Group has been purchased by ACON investments from a subsidiary of Palisade Capital Management.

31 Mar 2011

New Method Developed for Analyzing and Controlling Polarization of Light

A new method for analyzing and controlling the polarization of light has been developed by the Vienna University of Technology (TU Vienna) and Würzburg University researchers. Scientists have utilized thin layers of semiconductor materials for this.

31 Mar 2011

Resolve Optics Launches Fixed Focus Infrared Lenses

Resolve Optics, a global provider of lenses that produce high quality images from demanding applications, expands its product portfolio by launching a new series of fixed focus infrared lenses.

31 Mar 2011

Carl Zeiss Displays Electron and Optical Microscopy Products at Pittcon 2011

Carl Zeiss, a company that develops electron microscopy products, has showcased its electron and optical microscopy solutions at the Pittcon Conference and Expo 2011.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 21 Mar 2011

Marcus Wallenberg Foundation Honours Norwegian Professor for Airborne Laser Scanning Solution

The Marcus Wallenberg Foundation has announced that the recipient of the Marcus Wallenberg Prize for 2011 is Professor Erik Næsset from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences.

17 Mar 2011

Oriel Introduces Solar Simulators for Photovoltaic Applications

Newport’s brand, Oriel has introduced a new range of Class AAA solar simulators called the Sol3A for challenging photovoltaic applications that demand a constant-wave light source.

16 Mar 2011

McPherson Launches Spectrometer with New Imaging Optics

McPherson has announced that its 1 m focal length, ultra-resolution spectrometer, 2061, is now available with new reflective correction optics and 2D CMOS or CCD type sensors.

From McPherson Inc 16 Mar 2011