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Opsens Receives Follow-Up Order for its OPS-Z Fiber Optic Sensor Systems

Opsens Inc. ("Opsens") (TSX-V: OPS) has received a follow-up order from an existing client for two of its OPS-Z reservoir surveillance systems.

7 May 2010

Physicists Use Optical Lattice to Trap Rydberg Atoms

In an achievement that could help enable fast quantum computers, University of Michigan physicists have built a better Rydberg atom trap. Rydberg atoms are highly excited, nearly-ionized giants that can be thousands of times larger than their ground-state counterparts.

7 May 2010

BU Team Develops New Way for Detection of THz Radiation Using Optics

Devices that can mimic Superman's X-ray vision and see through clothing, walls or human flesh are the stuff of comic book fantasy, but a group of scientists at Boston University (BU) has taken a step toward making such futuristic devices a reality.

7 May 2010

New Software Supports Laser-Based Robot to Save Disaster Victims and Responders

In disaster emergencies, such as the recent West Virginia mine explosion or the earthquake in Haiti, it is often unsafe for responders to enter the scene, prolonging the rescue of potential survivors.

7 May 2010

Creaform Extends its Line of Optical Coordinate Measurement Solutions

Creaform, leading provider of 3D technology and engineering services, is proud to announce the extension of its flagship product line of optical coordinate measurement solutions!

6 May 2010

LightLab Receives FDA Clearance for C7-XR Imaging System

LightLab Imaging, Inc., the pioneer and leader in the development of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) technology for vascular and other imaging applications, has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the C7-XR Imaging System and companion C7 Dragonfly Imaging Catheter.

6 May 2010

Leica Partners with Sensofar to Offer New Solution for Advanced Optical Profiling

Sensofar-Tech, Terrassa, Spain and Leica Microsystems (Schweiz AG) have agreed to expand their cooperation whereby Sensofar is to supply technology and components for an optical system that complements Leica’s line of products for industrial applications.

6 May 2010

Gentex Supplies Advanced Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirrors for Toyota's Sienna Minivan

Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has announced that it is supplying auto-dimming mirrors with advanced electronic features, including the Company's proprietary SmartBeam® High-Beam Headlamp Assist system, for the 2011 Sienna, Toyota's flagship minivan.

From Gentex Corporation 5 May 2010

New 10 MBd Digital Optocoupler Released by Avago Technologies

Avago Technologies, a leading supplier of analog interface components for communications, industrial and consumer applications, today announced the release of a 10 MBd Digital Optocoupler with high Insulation Voltage ratings for power supply and high-power motor control application.

5 May 2010

Tessera Signs Acquisition Agreement with MEMS-Based Camera Solution Provider Siimpel

Tessera Technologies, Inc. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Siimpel Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) based camera solutions for mobile imaging applications.

5 May 2010