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Latest Optics Articles Back One Photovoltaic Electroluminescence Imaging - Introduction and Product Solutions for Photovoltaic Electroluminescence Imaging by Andor Technology As solar cells have come of age, there has been an increasing demand for photovoltaic modules to become more efficient at solar energy conversion, and cheaper to find their way into households around the globe. Read Article Raman Spectroscopy - Overview and Product Solutions for Raman Spectroscopy by Andor Technology It is the shift in wavelength of the inelastically scattered radiation that provides the chemical and structural information. Raman shifted photons can be of either higher or lower energy, depending upon the vibrational state of the molecule under study. Read Article X-Ray Solutions - Comprehensive Range of CCD Detection Systems for Wide Variety of X-Ray Applications by Andor Technology Andor manufactures a comprehensive range of CCD detection systems for a wide variety of x-ray applications, both imaging and spectroscopy. Read Article Super-Resolution Microscopy - Product Solutions for Super-Resolution Microscopy by Andor Technology Andor's EMCCD is the ideal detector technology for super-resolution imaging. The extraordinary Signal to Noise (S/N) enhancement offered is significantly greater than that afforded by conventional CCD cameras operated at fast readout speeds. Read Article CCD and EMCCD Cameras for Astronomy Applications by Andor Technology The high sensitivity, ultra-low noise performance of Andor Technology's vacuum Thermoelectric (TE) cooled CCD and Electron Multiplying CCD (EMCCD) cameras is well suited to a diversity of demanding astronomy applications. Read Article Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) - Introduction, Application and Advantages of Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy by Andor Technology LIBS spectroscopy can be produced from a variety of lasers but typically excimers or pulsed Nd:Yag lasers are used.The high intensity laser pulse interacting with the sample produces a plasma plume that evolves with time from the point of impact of the incident laser pulse. Read Article Overview and Advantages of Low-Light Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDS) and Electron-Multiplying CCDs (EMCCDs) by Princeton Instruments This paper provides a basic overview of the advantages and disadvantages of various types of low-light CCDs/ EMCCDs and introduces a new sensor technology, eXcelon, that promises to mitigate some of their inherent limitations. Read Article Using Planar Laser-Induced Fluorescence To Examine Plasma Turbulence by Princeton Instruments The successful development and optimization of fusion power sources will depend largely upon learning more about plasma turbulence and its relation to transport. Read Article Raman Spectra of SiGe Superlattice using TriVista by Princeton Instruments Si-SixGe1-x superlattices are usually grown in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) process by depositing nanometer-thick alternating layers of pure Si and SixGe1-x alloy on top of the silicon substrate. Read Article X-Ray Computed Microtomography Providing Nondestructive High-Resolution 3D Imaging by Princeton Instruments Since the early 1970s, X-ray computed tomography (CT) has been one of the most versatile noninvasive investigative techniques in the medical field. Read Article Planar Laser-Induced Fluorescence Imaging of OH Radicals in Hypervelocity Combustion Using Intensified CCD System from Princeton Instruments The utility of future hypersonic air-breathing propulsion systems will depend on the efficient injection, mixing, and combustion processes in the high-speed combustion chamber. Read Article Using PI-MAX Intensified CCD Camera System for Investigation of Carbon Nanotube Formation by Princeton Instruments Carbon nanotubes are hollow, cylindrical tubes formed by single layers of carbon atoms. They can be one atom layer thick (single-wall nanotube, or SWNT) or multiple layers thick (MWNT) with additional graphene layers forming concentrically aligned cylinders. Read Article Automated Homogeneous Material Separation using High Resolution Infrared Sensors and Spectral Cameras by Xenics The absorption spectra of various plastic materials exhibit characteristic curvatures in the near infrared. They can be captured and evaluated to automate the homogeneous separation of plastic parts for recycling at low cost. Read Article Hyperspectral Microscopy - Accelerating Specialty LED Designs and Revealing Secrets of Old Masters by Xenics Image capture in the near-infrared spectrum (NIR) at wavelengths up to 2.5 µm is gaining ever larger economic significance. This holds true especially in regard to imaging spectroscopy: Hyperspectral microscopes, for example, can accelerate the design process of novel LED structures. Read Article Cheetah-640CL High Speed Infrared Camera from Xenics - Features and Applications The Cheetah-640CL camera is the fastest infrared camera in the world. This unit is equipped with a dedicated high speed InGaAs detector array working up to 1.7 ìm and comes in a 120, 400 and 1730 Hz speed version. Read Article Sensors for Remote Sensing Applications from Xenics The main activities of Xenics are the design and manufacture of linear arrays, FPA and cameras for the Short Wavelength range (SWIR), based on InGaAs detectors. Exactly this wavelength band is of high interest in the remote sensing of vegetation properties. Read Article Electroluminescence Imaging of Solar Cells - The Xeva-1.7-320 TE3 from Xenics Electroluminescence imaging of solar cells is an important characterization tool. Typical solar cells often have defects which limit the efficiency or lifetime of the cell. When using a SWIR InGaAs camera all types of photovoltaic solar cells can be tested for uniformity by electroluminescence. Read Article Features and Characteristics of T-Series Computer Controlled Positioning Products from Zaber Technologies Zaber's T-series of computer controlled positioning products use stepper motors to achieve open loop position control. Read Article Glossary and Definitions of Terms Related To Positioning Actuators and Stages by Zaber Technologies Precision Motion Control - Applications of Precision Motion Control by Zaber Technologies Thermopile Detectors and Sensors - Design, Construction and Characteristics by Pacer International The thermoelectric effect today is known as reverse to the Peltier ¡¡¨¬C or Seebeck effect. This article covers the design, construction, theory of operation and characteristics of thermopile detectors and sensors. Read Article TAOS Proximity Detection and Ambient Light sensing Solutions from Pacer International To address these market dynamics, product designs are incorporating a wide range of sensors (i.e. rotation, acceleration, ambient light, proximity detection, etc.) enabling them to automatically adapt to their environment, thereby optimizing user experience and energy conservation. Read Article Pyroelectric Infrared Detectors – Design, Construction and Characteristics by Pacer International The design, construction, theory of operation and characteristics of pyroelectric infrared detectors and sensors is described. Their range of applications is also covered herein. Read Article The Basics of Infrared (IR) Sensors from Pacer International The theory behind infrared detection is explained as well as the difference between photon detectors and thermal detectors, and filters for insrared sensors and how they can be used to tune the detectors for specific applications. Read Article Optical Adhesives - Optically Clear Coatings, Adhesives, Encapsulants, and Impregnants by Master Bond Master Bond's optically clear polymer compounds are widely used for coating, bonding, encapsulating and impregnating a wide range of organic and inorganic substrates. Read Article Adhesives for Optics - Adhesives, Sealants, Coatings and Potting and Encapsulation Compounds for Optical Applications by Master Bond Master Bond offers the products and expertise you need. We solve problems and specialize in optical applications. Read Article Adhesives for Photonics – Adhesives, Sealants, and Coatings Specifically Designed for the Photonics Industry by Master Bond From telecommunications to robotics to medicine to information processing, Master Bond has solutions to your photonic application needs. Read Article Fiber Optic Adhesives – Bonding, Sealing, Coating Compounds Specifically for the Fiber Optic Industry by Master Bond Master Bond Inc. offers the widest selection of epoxies, silicones, polyurethanes and UV cures specifically designed for fiber optic applications. Read Article Low Outgassing Epoxies – Adhesives and Sealants Meet Low Outgassing Specifications by Master Bond Ultra high purity and freedom from contaminants are essential requirements for adhesives and sealants used in electronics, electro-optics and optical manufacturing. Read Article Ultra Precision and Nanoengineering Masters Course (MSc) at Cranfield University Ultra Precision Technologies Masters Course (MSc) at Cranfield University Optical pH Sensing Cuvettes Turning Spectrophotometers into Drift-Free pH Meters by Ocean Optics By encapsulating pH indicator dyes into coatings applied to its new Smart pH Cuvettes, Ocean Optics miniature fiber optic spectrometers and accessories can be used for optical pH sensing of 5.0-9.0 pH range samples. Read Article Pulsed Xenon Light Now Available for Jaz Modular Sensing System from Ocean Optics Miniature spectroscopy pioneer Ocean Optics has added a pulsed xenon light source option for its Jaz modular sensing system. The Jaz-PX is a high flash rate, short-arc xenon lamp especially useful for UV-Vis applications such as absorbance, bioreflectance, fluorescence and phosphorescence. Read Article Complete Line of Raman Options for Handheld, Laboratory and Educational Applications from Ocean Optics Miniature spectroscopy pioneer Ocean Optics has enhanced its line of Raman offerings with the addition of new options for handheld, laboratory and educational applications, with retail pricing on some Raman analyzer models reduced by up to 40%. Read Article Ocean Optics Introduces Advanced Light Shaping Technique for Spectrometers Ocean Optics, the industry leader in miniature photonics, has developed a proprietary light shaping technique for its spectrometers that balances and smoothes the uneven spectral emission from UV-Vis light sources used for spectroscopy applications. Read Article Ocean Optics HR2000 Spectrometer Contributing to Gulf Air Quality Monitoring in Wake of Deepwater Horizon Spill Modular HR2000 spectrometers from Ocean Optics are enabling air quality monitoring in the Gulf of Mexico as part of Argos Scientific's portable UV DOAS air monitoring system. Read Article Determining Refractive Index using PR21 Process Refractometer from A. Krüss Optronic The process refractometer PR21 of A.Krüss Optronic, Hamburg, is a universal measuring instrument for determining the refractive index and therefore the concentration of a substance in liquid in a temperature range of -6 to +160°C. Read Article M5000 Fully Automatic Melting Point Meter from A. Krüss Optronic M5000 melting point meter is an ideal solution for applications in which multiple samples in powder form with melting points between 25°C and 400°C have to be examined in continuous laboratory operation with little time and staff involvement. Read Article Physical and Mechanical Properties of Silicon by Insaco Physical and Mechanical Properties of Macor (Corning Glass) by Insaco Physical and Mechanical Properties of Corning Glass ULE by Insaco Physical and Mechanical Properties of Zerodur (Schott Glass) by Insaco Optical Surfaces Optics Help ESO FEROS Spectrograph Find New Star Optical Surfaces Ltd. has provided the 'Hot Star Group' led by Prof. Bernhard Wolf at the Landessternwarte Heidelberg (LSW) in Germany with a series of very high precision optics that have been used in the Fibre-fed Extended Range Optical Spectrograph (FEROS) at the European Southern Observatory (ESO) in La Silla, Chile. Read Article LIDAR System Uses Optical Surfaces Off-Axis Beam Expander to Monitor Inner City Atmospheric Pollution Optical Surfaces Ltd. have collaborated with the Remote Sensing Group at the Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (D.E.R.A., Malvern, England) and the Civil Engineering Department of Salford University (Manchester, England) to develop high performance off-axis beam expanders for integration into a new generation of pulsed coherent LIDAR systems. Read Article Optical Surfaces Radiometer Optics Help Long Term Climate Monitoring Optical Surfaces Ltd. have provided the Space Science department at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), Didcot, England, with three identical 110mm diameter Off-axis Paraboloids for use in three generations of their Along Track Scanning Radiometers (ATSR). Read Article Fast Focusing Parabolic Mirror from Optical Surfaces Helps Vulcan Laser Achieve Interaction With Atomic Nuclei JAERI Selects Optical Surfaces to Supply Critical Optical Components for X-Ray Laser TopSat Earth Observation Satellite Benefits from Optical Surfaces Aspheric Mirrors Optical Surfaces Ltd. (Kenley, UK) has supplied three high precision aspheric mirrors that form key elements at the heart of the advanced optical system to be used by the novel low-cost TopSat Earth Observation satellite. Read Article Oxford University HIRDLS (High Resolution Dynamics Limb Sounder) Instrument Selects Optical Surfaces for Key Reference Testing Optics Optical Surfaces Ltd. has supplied key reference testing optics for the HIRDLS (High Resolution Dynamics Limb Sounder) Instrument to the University of Oxford (UK). Read Article South African Astrophysical Observatory Selects Schmidt Camera Optics from Optical Surfaces   Δ Top Back One

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