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3D Laser Scanning Helps Make Repeat Measurements of Area Affected by 2014 South Napa Earthquake

U.S. Geological Survey scientists used 3D laser scanning to make repeat measurements of an area affected by the 2014 magnitude 6.0 South Napa earthquake in order to define in great detail the surface deformation that occurred both during and after the earthquake. The recent revolution in 3D laser measurement technology (LiDAR) allows scientists to collect detailed information about the shape of the land surface and the objects that sit upon it with unprecedented accuracy.

7 Dec 2015

SGIA Honors Colortrac SmartLF SG Best Wide Format Scanner with Product of the Year Award

Colortrac Ltd was recognized by the Speciality Graphic Imaging Association’s prestigious Product of the Year Competition with the Scanning Product of the Year award for the SmartLF SG. The 2015 Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) Expo brought together leaders of the specialty imaging industry this year in Atlanta, where the award was announced.

7 Dec 2015

Liquid Image Introduces Ego LS 800 Wearable and Mountable Live Streaming 4G LTE Enabled Camera

Liquid Image enters the US Wireless Device market with the Ego LS 800, the first wearable and mountable live streaming 4G LTE enabled camera. The initial shipment of the Ego LS is available today for distribution in the United States and is connected by the Verizon Wireless network.

7 Dec 2015

OFC 2016 Announces Keynote Speakers for Plenary Session

OFC 2016, the world’s leading conference for optical communications and networking professionals, today announced its line-up of keynote speakers for the 2016 plenary session. On Tuesday, March 22, Yasuhiko Arakawa, University of Tokyo, Japan, Andre Fuetsch, AT&T, USA, and Daniel Kraft, Singularity University and IntelliMedicine, USA, will take the stage to highlight the latest developments in semiconductor nanotechnologies, optical network evolution and trends in data-driven intelligent medicine. OFC will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center, in Anaheim, California, USA, 20-24 March 2016.

7 Dec 2015

Avalanche Photo Detectors Now Available in Surface Mount Packages from Marktech Optoelectronics

APD devices well‐suited for applications requiring high speed and low noise in visible‐near IR applications such as time of flight measurements

From Marktech Optoelectronics 2 Dec 2015

Canon U.S.A. Unveils REALiS 4K500ST Pro AV LCOS Projector Ideal for Immersive Simulation and Training

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today unveiled its REALiS 4K500ST Pro AV LCOS Projector which delivers 4K resolution of 4096 x 2400, up to 5000 lumens* and Canon’s LCOS Technology with AISYS-enhancement for brilliant, high-brightness and detailed image reproduction. The REALiS 4K500ST also offers a Genuine Canon 4K lens and a robust collection of advanced professional setting features, including Marginal Focus which helps ensure content projected on the peripheral portions of domed surfaces remains in focus.

From Canon U.S.A., Inc. 1 Dec 2015

James Webb Space Telescope Completes Second Super-Cold Optical Test

Recently, the James Webb Space Telescope's "pathfinder telescope," or "Pathfinder" completed its second super-cold optical test that resulted in the first checkout of specialized optical test equipment designed to illuminate the telescope's optics through to the instrument focal planes, and the procedures used to operate this test equipment.

1 Dec 2015

Researchers Develop Advanced Camera that Can Measure, Monitor Greenhouse Gases

A camera so advanced that it can photograph and film methane in the air around us is now presented by a team of researchers from Linköping and Stockholm Universities. It can be an important part of the efforts to measure and monitor greenhouse gases.

1 Dec 2015

Canon U.S.A., Virtual Imaging Introduce New RadPRO Mobile 40kW Flex Digital X-ray System with Adjustable Telescoping Column

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, and Virtual Imaging, Inc., a Canon U.S.A. Company, announce the RadPRO 1 Mobile 40kW Flex Digital X-ray System, an x-ray system that incorporates a new telescopic tube column helping radiographic technologists to maximize their lines of vision for safe transport when moving around a healthcare facility. The new functionality builds on the ease of maneuvering and positioning that is a hallmark of the current RadPRO Mobile 40kW System, while maintaining the ability to capture high-quality diagnostic images for routine diagnosis or challenging trauma directly from a patients’ bed.

From Canon U.S.A., Inc. 1 Dec 2015

Filter Paper Sample Holder Allows Rapid & Efficient Inspection of Engine Wear

Prior Scientific has announced a new 47 mm filter sample holder for its H101A microscope stage.

From Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd. 30 Nov 2015

Substantial Reduction in Weight Could Slow Degeneration of Knee Cartilage in Obese People

Obese people who lose a substantial amount of weight can significantly slow the degeneration of their knee cartilage, according to a new MRI study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

30 Nov 2015

MRI Reveals How Organ Systems in Long-Distance Runners Respond to Stress

Using a mobile MRI truck, researchers followed runners for 4,500 kilometers through Europe to study the physical limits and adaptation of athletes over a 64-day period, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

30 Nov 2015

Soraa Introduces Full Line of Full Visible Spectrum LED 230V Large Lamps

Soraa, the world leader in GaN on GaN™ LED technology, launched today a full line of high performance, full visible spectrum LED 230V large lamps. From narrow spot to flood, Soraa’s PAR20, PAR30 short/long neck, PAR38, and AR111 LED lamps produce incredibly high peak intensity; provide flawless beam definition and smooth beam edges; and have exceptional colour (CRI of 95 and R9 of 95) and whiteness rendering. The lamps are also customizable with the company’s SNAP System.

From SORAA 30 Nov 2015

Avlite Launches ICAO Type A and Type B LED Medium Intensity Obstruction Light to Enhance Aviation Safety

Avlite Systems today announced the new ICAO Type A and Type B Medium Intensity Obstruction Light. The light fixture is a flashing, medium intensity LED obstruction light designed to comply with ICAO MIOL Type A and Type B requirements for day/night marking of obstacles.

28 Nov 2015

ADVA Optical Networking Announces Acquisition of mic AG's Engineering Division

ADVA Optical Networking announced today that is has acquired an engineering division from technology incubator, mic AG. The talented team of engineers is specifically focused on the development of optical monitoring technology in fiber networks. Their skills will be key for ADVA Optical Networking as it continues to rapidly advance its popular ADVA FSP 3000 Access Link Monitoring (ALM) product.

28 Nov 2015