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AZoCleantech - The 6th Site in the AZoNetwork Portfolio

The 6th site in the AZoNetwork portfolio builds on the success of AZoM.com the A to Z of Materials, AZoNano.com - the A to Z of Nanotechnology and AZoOptics.com - the A to Z of Optics.

1 Jun 2008

Watching the Product of Nearly 16 Years of Hard Work Blasts into Orbit

When NASA launches its newest space observatory, physicists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, will be watching as the product of nearly 16 years of hard work blasts into orbit.

29 May 2008

Demonstrating the Capabilities of Biosensors with Integrated Printed Optoelectronics

BIOIDENT Technologies Inc., the leader in the development of mobile analytic and diagnostic systems, today announced that the company was awarded a contract for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) project "Printed Diagnostic Arrays".

29 May 2008

Delivering New Levels of Analytical Performance for a Wide Range of Applications

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the introduction of a wide range of mass spectrometry technologies that deliver new levels of analytical performance for a wide range of applications, from advanced life sciences research to routine compound screening.

29 May 2008

Ultra-Thin Image Sensor Based on the Insect Eye

Insects are a source of inspiration for technological development work. For example, researchers around the world are working on ultra-thin imaging systems based on the insect eye. The principle of hyperacuity has now been successfully incorporated in a technical model.

29 May 2008

Unparallel Performance in Efficiency, Uniformity and Longevity

BetaLED offers a new patent-pending design option within THE EDGE family of products -- the round Light Emitting Diode (LED) direct and post-top spider-mount fixtures. The sleek architectural form delivers unparalleled performance in efficiency, uniformity and longevity.

29 May 2008

KramerLED Provides Comprehensive Line of LED Luminaires for Indoor Applications

Kramer Lighting is launching a new brand, KramerLED, utilizing groundbreaking light emitting diode (LED) technology featuring daylight harvesting, dimming capabilities and superior light control.

29 May 2008

Design Study and Prototyping of Adaptive Mirror for the European E-ELT

The European Southern Observatory (ESO) has recently entrusted CILAS with a design study and prototyping of the adaptive mirror for the European Extremely Large Telescope (E-ELT). The E-ELT, the next ESO large programme, will have a primary mirror diameter of 42 metres and is planned to be operational in 2018. It will be the world largest installation of its kind.

28 May 2008

Partner Network Continues to Expand as Market Interest in LED Lighting Increases

LED Light for you (LLFY) is an internet-based partnering network established to bring together the combined skills of more than 60 certified partners from around the world. The network offers luminaire manufacturers, lighting planners and other LED users concentrated technical know-how and support in designing, planning and implementing LED lighting systems for the Solid State Lighting (SSL) market.

28 May 2008

Program to Utilize AOptix Adaptive Optics Technology for ORCA Project

AOptix Technologies, Inc., a leading edge developer of ultra-high bandwidth laser communication solutions has been selected by Northrop Grumman Corporation's Electronic Systems sector to design and build the free space optical terminals for the ORCA project.

28 May 2008