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Researchers Develop New Probe for Use in Atomic Force Microscopy

Researchers at the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science at Northwestern University have developed, characterized, and modeled a new kind of probe used in atomic force microscopy (AFM), which images, measures, and manipulates matter at the nanoscale.

11 Nov 2009

Surface Plasmon Sensors Can Incorporate Multiple Channels if Sculptured Thin Films Used

Sensors, communications devices and imaging equipment that use a prism and a special form of light -- a surface plasmon-polariton -- may incorporate multiple channels or redundant applications if manufacturers use sculptured thin films.

11 Nov 2009

Scientists Observe Rapid Bursts of Star Formation in MS1358arc Galaxy by Using Gravitational Lensing

The Universe's infant galaxies enjoyed rapid growth spurts forming stars like our sun at a rate of up to 50 stars a year, according to scientists at Durham University

11 Nov 2009

LOT Oriel Introduces New Comprehensive Range of Light Source Packages and Accessories from

Choosing the right light source for a specific application requires a detailed knowledge about the application and specifications regarding sample illumination and modern light source technology.

From Quantum Design UK and Ireland Ltd 10 Nov 2009

DILAS Announces Power Extensions for its COMPACT Diode Laser System Series

DILAS Industrial Laser Systems today announced the power extensions for its COMPACT Diode Laser System Series

10 Nov 2009

Current Issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International Features Discussion on Artificial Lens Implantation

As many as 10 million people around the world suffer from cataracts. Thomas Kohnen of the Goethe University in Frankfurt and his coauthors discuss cataract surgery with the implantation of an artificial lens in the current issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International (Dtsch Arztebl Int 2009; 106[43]: 695�).

10 Nov 2009

ADTRAN Announces New MSAP Solutions to Provide Advanced Video Services

10 Gigabit Ethernet Support and Expanded FTTx Solutions Simplify Video Service Delivery as Part of a Fully Integrated Access Architecture

10 Nov 2009

Cree to Buy New Facility in China to Expand LED Manufacturing

Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE), a market leader in LED lighting, announces an agreement to purchase a 592,000-square-foot facility in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China. The facility will be Cree’s first chip-production facility outside of North America and is targeted to also house future components manufacturing expansion.

10 Nov 2009

Valdor Fiber Optics Completes Distribution Deal with NNE Construction

The Board of Directors of Valdor Technology International Inc. (“Valdor”) (TSX: VTI) is pleased to report that Valdor Fiber Optics, Inc. has completed a Distribution Agreement with NNE Construction, Inc.(“NNE”). An initial purchase order has been delivered. Located in Elko, Nevada, the heart of the USA mining industry, NNE has been in the mine servicing business for over 20 years and is dedicated to the distribution and installation of quality fiber optic products for the mining industry.

10 Nov 2009

DILAS Announces Power Range Extensions for COMPACT Diode Laser System Series

DILAS Industrial Laser Systems today announced the power extensions for its COMPACT Diode Laser System Series; 300W out of a 200ìm fiber and 400W out of a 300ìm fiber at 9xxnm. The fiber-coupled, turnkey diode laser systems are based on conduction-cooled diode laser bars.

10 Nov 2009

Taylor Hobson Unveils New Micro Alignment Laser Featuring Advanced Optical Components

The new Micro Alignment Laser is equipped with the latest optical and electronic components for precise measuring of alignment, straightness, flatness, parallelism, perpendicularity and much more.

10 Nov 2009

AMETEK Taylor Hobson Introduces Talysurf CCI 6000 Optical 3D Profiler

The newly introduced Talysurf CCI 6000 Optical 3D Profiler from AMETEK Taylor Hobson, an acknowledged leader in metrology design and manufacturing, brings an unparalleled level of performance to non-contact 3-D measurement with a 0.1Çº (10pm) resolution.

10 Nov 2009

NASA Selects AMETEK Taylor Hobson's Measurement Systems for Space Station Analysis

NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center has enlisted the Form Talysurf PGI 1230 Surface Measurement and Talyrond 295 Roundness/Cylindricity Measurement Systems from AMETEK Taylor Hobson to perform critical surface analysis of a damaged bearing assembly from the International Space Station.

10 Nov 2009

Asylum Research Hosted Russian Scientists in Discussion on AFM Technology and Nanotechnology

Asylum Research, along with Intertech Corporation, Asylum’s representative for Russia, hosted a distinguished group of Russian scientists in late October to discuss the latest advances in AFM technology and nanotechnolog...

10 Nov 2009

Functionality of Component Depends on Surface Texture

Surface texture plays a vital role in the functionality of a component. It is estimated that surface effects cause 10% of manufactured parts to fail and can contribute significantly to an advanced nation's GDP. In the previous century, surface texture was primarily measured by tracing a contacting stylus across the surface and measuring the vertical motion of the stylus as it traversed the surface features.

10 Nov 2009