In-depth articles written by our editorial team focusing on the latest developments in materials science and technology
Optical MEMS technology integrates mechanical elements, electronics, and sensors on a silicon substrate through microfabrication, enabling unprecedented miniaturization and integration in optical systems. It has become a driver for the commercial development of optical systems and is a focus of extensive research into the fundamentals of optical interactions.
A paper recently published in the journal Nature Physics demonstrated the transition of a photonic metamaterial/classical metamaterial nanostructure to a state that shows the same defining characteristics of a continuous time crystal.
By Samudrapom Dam
22 May 2023
Gas analysis is a critical technique used to identify and control contamination in the production process of optoelectronics, avoiding defects in the devices, financial loss, and reducing safety risks.
By Blaise Manga Enuh
18 May 2023
The characteristic properties of a laser beam can be modified by beam-shaping techniques to meet the demands of specific applications. In order to achieve a desirable beam profile that is maintained over the intended propagation distance, beam shapers redistribute the irradiance of an optical beam with appropriate adjustments of its phase.
By Ilamaran Sivarajah
15 May 2023
A new collaborative study between Vanderbilt University and the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has observed the vibrational patterns in the conducting materials silicon and graphene, which is a breakthrough in the field.
By Ilamaran Sivarajah
10 May 2023
Mass spectrometry is a valuable tool for detecting and analyzing microplastic pollution in the environment, which poses a serious threat to the ecosystem and human health.
Etching is a crucial technique used in photonics manufacturing that facilitates the construction of micro- and nanostructures in a variety of materials. In recent years, gas-assisted etching has emerged as a viable replacement for conventional wet etching techniques.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
2 May 2023
Optical amplifiers and modulators play an essential role in how data and information are rapidly transferred in a growing, interconnected, and interdependent world. Therefore, advancements in the performances of these two optical components are critically important to accommodate the growing networks of optical communication structures.
By Ilamaran Sivarajah
27 Apr 2023
Laser radiation safety is of paramount importance in the safe design, implementation, and utilization of lasers, with a focus on minimizing the risk of accidents, especially those involving eye injuries. The potential for even small amounts of laser light to cause permanent eye damage necessitates strict government regulations on the sale and use of lasers.
By Ben Pilkington
25 Apr 2023
A recent study published in Nano Letters proposed a novel technique that combines Raman spectroscopy, acoustic bioprinting, and machine learning for rapid bacterial identification. This innovative technique promises improved clinical diagnosis, safer food, faster drug development, and enhanced environmental monitoring.