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Leica Launches Version 3.2 of Advanced Fluorescence Software Platform

The software platform for advanced life science research, Leica Application Suite Advanced Fluorescence (LAS AF), originally launched in 2005 for Leica Microsystems' widefield and confocal microscope systems, has been released in its 3.2 version. This version focuses on 3D analysis, 3D measurements and 3D visualization.

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 5 Sep 2013

Indiegogo Launches NliteN’s Flat-Shaped Dimmable 2D-Lite LED Disk

LED light bulbs have taken on a new dimension of function and style with today's Indiegogo launch of the flat-shaped 2D-Lite™ LED Disk, ( http://igg.me/at/2DLight ) designed and manufactured by NliteN™ inc.

5 Sep 2013

Sony QX100 and QX10 Lens-Style Cameras Link Flawlessly to Smartphones

Merging the creative power of a premium compact camera with the convenience and connectivity of today’s smartphones, Sony today introduced two “lens-style” QX series cameras that bring new levels of fun and creativity to the mobile photography experience.

5 Sep 2013

Teledyne DALSA Releases High Performance BOA 200 Smart Camera

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and a global leader in machine vision technology, today announced the release of BOA 200, a higher-performance addition to the BOA family of Smart Camera products. Powered from a 1.2GHz dual core processor, the BOA 200 offers excellent price/performance for applications that demand higher speed or higher resolution processing.

From Teledyne DALSA 5 Sep 2013

Winners of 2013 Robert S. Hilbert Memorial Optical Design Competition Announced

Synopsys, Inc., a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced that four students, Matthew Bergkoetter, James Corsetti, and Jonathan Papa, all of the University of Rochester; and Tzu-Yu Wu of the University of Arizona, are the winners of the 2013 Robert S. Hilbert Memorial Optical Design Competition.

5 Sep 2013

Delta Installs Massive LED Display as Backdrop to Space Shuttle Atlantis at Kennedy Space Center

Delta Products Corp., a leading provider of display technologies, is proud to announce that it has completed the LED display installation for the Space Shuttle Atlantis attraction at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

5 Sep 2013

Four Concurrent Expos at 15th China International Optoelectronic Exposition

The 15th China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE) opens today and runs through Sept. 7 at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. CIOE plays host to the world's largest gathering of optoelectronics vendors and buyers, and features more than 3,200 exhibitors covering a total exhibition space of 110,000 square meters, a 10 percent increase from the 2012 event.

5 Sep 2013

EXFO Introduces Benchtop ITLA Tunable Laser Source

EXFO Inc. today unveiled the FLS-2800 Benchtop ITLA Tunable Laser Source, a high-power, continuous wave (CW) laser unit with narrow linewidth and high-resolution tunability. Developed jointly with Coherent Solutions, it is currently available exclusively from EXFO.

5 Sep 2013

GE Lighting’s Bright from the Start, Hybrid Halogen-CFL Light Bulb Provides Energy-Efficient Lighting

When you flip the switch, you don’t want to wait for your compact fluorescent (CFL) light bulb to brighten up. GE Lighting’s award-winning Bright from the Start®, a hybrid halogen-CFL light bulb that provides instant brightness, is now available at Target in a 100-watt replacement bulb for table or floor lamps, as well as globe lights commonly used for bathroom vanity lighting and recessed lighting in kitchen, living and dining rooms.

5 Sep 2013

NEC Display Solutions of America Introduces EA273WMi Display with IPS Panel for Enterprise Users

NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today the 27-inch EA273WMi display as the newest member of its MultiSync® EA Series for enterprise users.

5 Sep 2013

Resolve Optics Introduces Model 320 Fixed Focus IR Lenses

Offered in a choice of 40, 80 or 120mm focal lengths the Resolve Optics Model 320 fixed focus IR lens uniquely combines high quality, high throughput, compactness and robustness at an affordable price.

From Resolve Optics Ltd. 4 Sep 2013

DSIT and Ramot Receive Grant for Fiber-Optic Based Perimeter Security System Interrogator

DSIT Solutions Ltd., a subsidiary of Acorn Energy, Inc., disclosed today that the company and Ramot, the technology transfer company of Tel-Aviv University, were jointly awarded a grant from MEIMAD. MEIMAD is a collaborative program between the Israeli Ministry of Defense, the Office of the Chief Scientist at the Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Finance, to jointly promote new ideas and new technologies that can serve both commercial applications and military needs.

4 Sep 2013

Mindspeed Launches Integrated Laser Driver with Dual-Closed Loop EyeMinder Technology for Optical Transceivers

Mindspeed Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of semiconductor solutions for network infrastructure applications, today announced the latest addition to its laser driver solutions for SFP transceivers targeting enterprise, telecom and wireless networks.

4 Sep 2013

Larson Electronics Launches Hazardous Area LED Light Fixture with Battery Backup

Larson Electronics has announced the release of an explosion proof LED light fixture that provides higher performance and reliability than fluorescent fixtures combined with the security of emergency backup operation. The HAL-EMG-24-2L-LED-BMSW Hazardous Area LED Light Fixture features LED technology and a battery backup system providing 90 minutes of operation during power outages.

4 Sep 2013

Sparton Acquires Aydin Displays, Provider in Display Manufacturing Technology

Sparton Corporation announces that on August 30, 2013, its wholly owned subsidiary, Sparton Aydin, LLC completed the transaction to acquire certain assets and liabilities of Aydin Displays, Inc., an $18 million revenue business, in an all-cash transaction.

From Aydin Displays, Inc. 4 Sep 2013