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Researchers Discovered Way to Predict Behavior of Unruly Light Waves During Nanoscale Radiation Heat Transfer

Nanoscale devices present a unique challenge to any optical technology ¡X there¡¦s just not enough room for light to travel in a straight line.

9 Oct 2007

Astronomer Developed World's Largest and Most Advanced Digital Camera for a Telescope

The University of Hawaii astronomer who led development of the world's largest and most advanced digital camera for a telescope on Haleakala, Maui, says he is "shocked at how well it's going."

9 Oct 2007

Teamwork Matters - Solar Cells Joined Together Using Laser Welding

A single solar cell produces a relatively low output ¡V it¡¦s a case of strength in numbers. Tiny strips of metal are used to link cells together. If the laser soldering temperature is too high, the solder joint may fracture. A new system provides automatic temperature regulation.

9 Oct 2007

Distant Strip of Universe Available As Part of Google Sky

A global project to map a distant strip of the universe is releasing its data today to scientists and the public to be used as part of Google Sky, a new feature of Google Earth, according to Eurekalert, the news service of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

8 Oct 2007

Navitar Expanded Their Low Mag Video Lens Line

Navitar has expanded their Low Mag Video Lens line to include twenty-seven new Megapixel, Compact and Wide-angle fixed focal length lenses. Perfect for Machine Vision applications, these new lenses have an innovative optical design and offer excellent resolution at an affordable price.

From Navitar Inc. 7 Oct 2007

Verizon Customers Praise the All-Fiber-Optic TV Service

Verizon is bringing new ideas and products to the subscription TV marketplace as it celebrates the second anniversary of Verizon FiOS TV this week and as customers and industry analysts alike praise the all-fiber-optic TV service.

7 Oct 2007

Scanning Surface Veins With Laser Can Detect Cancer Cells

Technology that can detect tumour cells by scanning surface veins with a laser, eliminating the need for drawing blood, has been developed by Purdue University researchers.

7 Oct 2007

Programs Aimed to Improve OCT Imaging Techniques Could Revolutionize Diagnosis of Cancer

Imagine Optic, a French developer of wavefront sensors and optical measurement equipment, is to lead a consortium committed to finding new applications for adaptive optics in bioimaging. The MICADO (Microscopy improved with Adaptive Optics) consortium is a 3-year project bringing together France's leading neuroscience and cellular imaging experts.

5 Oct 2007

Vision-Sciences Purchased Assets of a Florida-Based Speech Pathology Company

Vision-Sciences, Inc., announced today that it has purchased the assets of BEST Dysphagia Management Services, Inc, a Florida-based speech pathology company which specializes in providing the Bedside Endoscopic Swallowing Test to nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and assisted living settings.

5 Oct 2007

Micrel Launches the Smallest and Most Powerful LED Driver for Portable Applications

Micrel Inc., , an industry leader in analog, high bandwidth communications and Ethernet IC solutions, today launched the MIC2299, the industry's smallest and most powerful LED driver for portable applications. This high-efficiency boost DC-to-DC converter features an integrated 3.5A guaranteed switch current and delivers a net output power of 7-12W -- from a tiny 3mm x 3mm MLF(R) package.

4 Oct 2007