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Futuristic Photonic Devices and Directed Energy Systems Being Developed for Deep Space Exploration

According to experimental cosmologist Philip Lubin, new directed energy propulsion systems may facilitate the first interstellar missions, with small, robotic spacecraft discovering neighboring solar systems.

2 Nov 2018

Tomocube Launches 23-Strong Distributor Network

A comprehensive network of specialist imaging companies has been unveiled to support the sales and maintenance of Tomocube’s holotomography microscopes around the world.

From Tomocube, Inc. 2 Nov 2018

Sierra-Olympic Introduces Small, Lightweight Midwave Infrared (MWIR) Camera Core for Imaging Gimbals

Sierra-Olympic Technologies, supplier of infrared (IR) and thermal imaging components, cameras, and systems solutions for innovative imaging applications, introduces the Ventus 275, a midwave-infrared, 640 x 512 x 15 µm imaging engine with an f/5.5, 19 - 275 mm continuous zoom (CZ) optic.

From Sierra-Olympic Technologies Inc. 2 Nov 2018

Combination of Light-Sheet Fluorescence Microscopy and Three-Photon Absorption Could Improve Developmental Biology Studies

Light-sheet fluorescence microscopy is a newly developed method that has given way to many biological findings by enabling scientists to produce 3D images of tissue—even live animal embryos—with the help of fluorescent tags.

1 Nov 2018

High Precision Multi-Axis Motion with Hexapod 6-Axis Systems - New 130 Page PI Catalog

PI's new 130 page catalog provides background information and features a variety of Hexapod (Stewart-Platform) motion and positioning systems with 6 degrees of freedom and high resolution and repeatability in the sub-mic...

From PI (Physik Instrumente) LP 31 Oct 2018

OmniVision’s New 16-MP Image Sensor Brings Top Performance and High Resolution to Mainstream Smartphone Market

OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the OV16E10—the latest generation of its high-performance 16-megapixel (MP) image sensor family. Built on OmniVisi...

From OmniVision Technologies, Inc. 31 Oct 2018

OmniVision Announces Industry’s First Single-Chip 1080p LCOS Microdisplay With Integrated Driver for AR/VR and Projector Designs

OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the OP02220—the industry’s first 1080p liquid crystal on silicon (LCOS) microdisplay with integrated driver functi...

From OmniVision Technologies, Inc. 30 Oct 2018

Researchers Disprove Effectiveness of EnChroma Glasses in Correcting the Vision of Color-Blind People

Following the recent commercialization of the EnChroma® glasses, a vigorous campaign in the social media and networks has led to increased expectations among the color-blind people.

30 Oct 2018

Sierra-Olympic Introduces Small, Lightweight Midwave Infrared (MWIR) Camera Core for Imaging Gimbals

From Sierra-Olympic Technologies Inc. 30 Oct 2018

Xenics Announce New Cameras for VISION

Xenics, Europe's leading developer and manufacturer of advanced infrared detectors, cameras and customized imaging solutions from the SWIR to the LWIR realm, will return to participate in VISION.

From Exosens 30 Oct 2018

Thorlabs Acquires Fiber Optic Product Line from Norland Products

Thorlabs announced today that it has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire the Fiber Optic Portfolio of Norland Products Inc. and has made the GL16 All-in-One Interferometer and CC6000 Portable Interferometer available for purchase through its website.

From Norland Products Inc. 30 Oct 2018

Shot Blast Resistant Laser Marking for the Automotive Industry

Laserax launched its exclusive patent-pending shot blast resistant laser marking process at the 2018 Die Casting Congress & Exposition, which took place from October 15 to 17 in Indianapolis, IN.

From Laserax 30 Oct 2018

Optical Control Americas Participates in Successful KWA Open House

Optical Control Americas, LP, is pleased to announce their recent participation in Kurt Whitlock Associates’ (KWA) three-day open house. The event was a huge success, with the Optical Control OC-SCAN CCX.3 component counter on display, along with several other technologies.

30 Oct 2018

EyeVision IP Kamera Support

EyeVision now also supports IP cameras such as e.g. Mobotix. But also all other IP cameras on the market. Therefore the images can be directly loaded into the EyeVision software and a detour via a browser is not necessary.

From EVT Eye Vision Technology 26 Oct 2018