A new imaging tool has been developed by Italian researchers which is capable of capturing features that could not be detected with existing imaging methods or with the naked eye. Utilizing the reflected light from the spectrum’s mid-infrared portion, the Thermal Quasi-Reflectography (TQR) system is capable of producing sharper and better contrast images.
An MOU has been inked between the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI) and the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) at the 2012 BIO International Convention in the United States.
Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) has designed a prototype automated pavement crack detection and sealing system to prevent workers from getting exposed to hazardous traffic.
By Will Soutter
19 Jun 2012
To meet the growing demands of Japanese automotive manufacturing,
the Mechatronics Division of systems integrator Sumitomo Heavy
Industries (SHI) is conducting applications-based trials using JK Lasers’ 1kW fiber laser (JK1000FL).
GlacialLight, a division of experienced global technology leader, GlacialTech Inc., has added the GL-PIR10C, a versatile infrared motion sensing switch, to its popular range of lighting products.
PI LP is now offering the PI miCos product line of precision linear stage positioners.
Plastic optics for lighting fixtures can now be custom manufactured by a new one-step process which affords flexibility and freedom of design never before possible, at prices competitive with injection molding. LUXeXceL offers its patented new "Printoptical" 3D printing service for on-demand manufacturing of optics directly from a CAD model, with no need for expensive molds or tooling.
The 400G/1T dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) multi-application network device prototype, which is the first of its kind in the whole world, was launched by ZTE at the 16th WDM & Next Generation Optical Networking Forum in Monaco.
By Will Soutter
19 Jun 2012
China Eastern Nail Beauty has introduced a new 36-W nail gel ultraviolet (UV) lamp named the EN-3608-B. This new UV lamp provides a consistent and efficient UV light source using a 36-W UV lamp.
By Will Soutter
19 Jun 2012
Following its expansion efforts in establishing new clinics, Optical Express has become a leading provider of laser eye surgery in the UK.
By G.P. Thomas
18 Jun 2012
Daewon Innost has recently launched the Glaxum LED Array family of Chip-On Board modules. Based on Daewon Innost’s proprietary Nano-Pore Silicon Substrate (NPSS) technology, Glaxum arrays ensure superior thermal dissipation performance, achieving unique thermal impedance of 0.410 C/W. They are constructed based on commercially available 1 W LED chips having increased efficiency.
By Will Soutter
18 Jun 2012
Ljusarkitektur, Swedish lighting designer, teamed up with Lumenpulse to turn ski resorts into a magical experience. This ski resort is recognized as one of the world’s best ski resorts by Condé Nast Traveller, which is a British travel magazine. The ski resort is located near to the Arctic Circle in Sweden.
By Will Soutter
18 Jun 2012
International EyeCare Laser & Lifestyle Center situated in Texas is licensed to treat patients suffering from Keratoconus, which is a degenerative eye disease and causes morphological changes inside the cornea.
By Will Soutter
18 Jun 2012
The 2012 6Sight Future of Imaging Conference will highlight the revolutionary ways to meet the challenges as well as exploit the opportunities in the rapidly evolving imaging ecosystem, through a range of presentations and discussions.
By Will Soutter
16 Jun 2012
Renowned LED technology company, Noribachi has launched LED alliance program and NORImark products. NORImark intends standardizing LED lighting by promoting advanced, readily available LED solutions to the lighting industry.
By Will Soutter
16 Jun 2012