Optics & Photonics News

Chemists Use Short Laser Pulses to Study Green Fluorescent Protein

Charting femtosecond energy flow could aid redesign of molecules to improve light capture

China Solar Power Acquires California-Based Developer of Thin Film Manufacturing Technology

China Solar Power (Holdings) Ltd. (“CSP”), a manufacturer of thin film amorphous silicon photovoltaic modules, today announced that it purchased ThinSilicon, Inc., a leading developer of thin film manufacturing process technology based in Mountain View, CA. No financial terms were disclosed.

Topcon Precision Agriculture Unveils CropSpec Integrated Plant Nutrient Monitoring System

Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA) announces the development of CropSpec™, a real-time integrated plant nutrient monitoring and application system for agricultural equipment

Ocutec Granted CE Mark Approval for its PEG Hydrogel-Based Contact Lens

Ocutec Ltd, the medical devices specialist today announced at the American Academy of Optometry Meeting in Orlando CE Mark approval for its first poly(ethylene )glycol (PEG) hydrogel-based contact lens product. In initial patient acceptance trials, this next generation of lenses has demonstrated superior oxygen permeability compared to existing hydrogel based lenses. It is anticipated that the lenses will provide similar health benefits to silicone hydrogels without the drawbacks of incorporating hydrophobic silicone into the lens polymer.

InFocus Launches New Series of Digital Projectors for Business and Education Sectors

InFocus Corp., the industry pioneer in digital projection technology, today unveiled a new series of digital projectors with features that make them ideal for business and education markets. The IN3900 series combines signature InFocus technologies for ease of use, full connectivity, and superior image quality with LiteBoard™—an interactive solution that turns digitally projected content into a collaborative workspace.

Primera Technology Unleashes BravoPro Xi-Series Disc Publishers

Next-Generation Disc Publishers Have 300% Faster Robotics

Xerox DocuMate Scanners Achieve Logo Certification for Windows 7

Visioneer, Inc., a leader in intelligent imaging solutions and Xerox Licensing Partner, announced today that through its development relationship with Microsoft Corp., Xerox DocuMate scanners have earned logo certification for the new Windows 7 operating system and are available for immediate download. Scanner drivers for the most popular professional and consumer Xerox DocuMate products have been updated to take advantage of the enhanced productivity of Windows 7.

Esprida Partners with Tagwave to Offer Digital Signage Hardware Control

Esprida Corporation, a pioneer in the field of remote device management, has announced its collaboration with Tagwave, a leading developer and manufacturer of sensors, switches and boards for use in digital signage, self-service, and micro-network sensors. Through this partnership, Tagwave sensor data and low level functions, such as digital signage volume, are made available to Esprida Server, enabling simultaneous central control and automation for networks of any scale.

The Lighting Quotient to Announce its New Corporate Identity at Greenbuild Conference

The Lighting Quotient, a leading architectural lighting manufacturer of sustainable lighting solutions, will demonstrate its energy-efficient portfolio of products at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (Booth #333), November 10-13 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. After undergoing a corporate rebranding in October, The Lighting Quotient will officially reveal its new identity at the show, an ideal venue to highlight the company’s focus on sustainable lighting.

Huffington Post Article Features ClearLite’s ArmorLite SAFETY ECO CFL

Clear-Lite Holdings, Inc. (“ClearLite”) (OTCBB: CLRH), a leading innovator of eco-friendly, energy-saving “natural” lighting and the ArmorLite™ SAFETY ECO CFL™, A Safer CFL™, today announced that a Huffington Post article by science writer Kate Kelly about the safety concerns surrounding mercury in CFL bulbs featured ClearLite’s ArmorLite SAFETY ECO CFL, which will be in stores soon, because it has a safety coating that helps capture broken glass and mercury, if the bulb breaks.

Emulex Announces LightPulse Fibre Channel HBAs for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Environments

Emulex Corporation (NYSE:ELX) today announced that its LightPulse® Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) are now available for new Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 environments. Customers can now take advantage of Emulex enhancements that complement the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 improvements including superior scalability and storage performance.

Micron to Exhibit its FLCOS Microdisplay Technology at PepCom Event, New York

Micron will showcase several pico-projectors using its ferroelectric liquid crystal on silicon (FLCOS) microdisplay technology at PepCom’s Wine, Dine and Demo media and analyst event. Micron’s FLCOS technology offers the most compelling combination of clarity, brightness, and color fidelity for mobile display applications. For media and analysts attending the event, make sure to stop by Micron’s table for a chance to win a 3M MPro120 pocket projector.

Christie Introduces MicroTiles Digital Display Technology to Create Display in Any Size

Unique MicroTiles™ digital display technology that creates a virtually seamless digital canvas in almost any size or shape - and offers spectacular, crisp visuals at any distance - is now available from Christie, a global leader in visual solutions for business, entertainment and industry.

IJJ Corp. Unit Partners with FECS to Supply Fiber Optic Cable Runs for Speakeasy

IJJ Corp. (Pink Sheets: IJJP) is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary TelecoTech has formed a partnership with Flying Eagles Computer Systems (FECS) to provide fiber optic cable runs in support of Speakeasy.

Fujitsu Frontech Launches XG2600 10Gb Ethernet Switch That Uses SFP+ Optical Modules

Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc., a leading supplier of innovative computer products including peripherals, biometric security solutions and digital media solutions, today announced the XG2600 10Gb Ethernet switch. The XG2600 is the newest addition to the company's family of XG Layer 2 Ethernet networking switching solutions. The 26-port XG2600 utilizes SFP+ optical modules and is designed for use with SFP+ twinax copper cables. The XG2600 reduces overall networking costs while ensuring industry-leading ultra low latency and significantly reduced power consumption. The XG2600 reduces power usage more than 30 percent to less than five watts per port. Fujitsu will demonstrate the XG2600 along with its other cutting-edge networking solutions at SC09 (booth #1224), November 14-20, 2009 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon.