On 21 May, NASA launched an instrument that will create what could be the coldest spot in the universe, to allow scientists to study quantum phenomena more effectively, and in turn enable more effective quantum devices such as interferometers and computers
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News
21 May 2018
Between 2017 and 2023, the global lidar systems market for automotive applications will grow from $726 million to $5 billion, achieving a CAGR of 43 per cent, according to a new report by Yole Développement
Features
25 May 2018
Greg Blackman looks at novel sensing and imaging devices based on quantum science, and finds that the technology is closer to commercialisation than first expected
25 May 2018
Closely guarded process secrets are enabling optical coatings to serve higher laser powers and new operational regimes, finds Andy Extance
30 April 2018
A new business unit will allow TruTag Technologies to better serve additional markets that have emerged from its hyperspectral imaging technology, Jessica Rowbury finds
Press Releases
M Squared, a fast growing Glasgow-based photonics technology business has been announced as the winner of the 2018 IP League Table, seeing off stiff-competition from entrants from all over the UK
TruTag Technologies, a leader in product authentication and brand security solutions, today announced the launch of its new HinaLea Imaging business unit
Product focus
19 April 2018
A laser-based gas analyser that employs novel optical parametric oscillator (OPO) technology was a finalist in this year’s SPIE Prism Awards
26 March 2018
Part of the development of advanced endoscopes is scaling down the components that position the micro-optics inside of them
Products
10 May 2018
Edmund Optics has introduced Techspec divergent adjustable (DA) fixed broadband beam expanders, optimised at a wide range of wavelengths for maximum flexibility, making them ideal for use with demanding tunable laser sources.
23 April 2018
Iolight has launched an Android app for its Magnificent Mobile Microscope, which complements the existing app for iPads and iPhones and means that the Magnificent Mobile Microscope can now be used with most field portable screens.
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Analysis & opinion
18 May 2018
Julian Carey, product marketing manager at SLD Laser (previously SoraaLaser), details some of the laser lighting products on display at the Light and Building trade fair, highlighting that the technology has achieved significant adoption and design-in since its introduction
10 May 2018
Dr Sujatha Ramanujan, MD of photonics accelerator Luminate, discusses the investment trends for optical innovations
30 April 2018
Matthew Dale reports from EPIC’s annual meeting, which took place in Berlin on 19-20 April, where the Asian market was a hot topic of discussion
30 April 2018
With demand already present, Dr Paul Gow, research fellow at the Optoelectronics Research Centre, University of Southampton, highlights the importance of getting quantum technology out of the lab
Events
The Institute of Photonic Sciences, Barcelona
29 May 2018 to 30 May 2018
Universitat Politècnica de València
30 May 2018 to 01 June 2018
White papers
01 May 2018
In this note the photophysical properties of a promising white light emitting perovskite, (DMEN)PbBr4, are measured using the FLS1000 Photoluminescence Spectrometer.
01 May 2018
UV/VIS spectroscopy refers to absorption/reflection measurements performed in the ultraviolet and visible light spectrum and is one of the common tools in many chemist’s tool box. This versatile measurement technique has a secure place in the chemistry lab. Read more to learn how spectroscopy is empowering today’s chemistry and nanotechnology research.
Webcasts
06 February 2018
The webinar, organised by MIRPHAB, presents the working principles, applications and existing capabilities of MIR chemical sensors in Europe, featuring Adam Piotrowski (VIGO Systems), Ana Gonzalez (EPIC/MIRPHAB) and Fabio Pavanell (Ugent/IMEC).
06 February 2018
This webinar, organised by PIXAPP, focuses on the fundamentals of PIC-based devices and packaging, with presentations from Dr Ana Gonzalez (EPIC), and Dr Lee Carroll (Tyndall Institute).