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Materials Technology Connecting the World at the Speed of Light with an All-Optical Solution to Communications

Article - 21 Aug 2007

The Internet is often referred to as the information superhighway, but the real superhighway is the optical fiber that connects computers globally at the speed of light.

Electromagnetic Theory in Optical Waveguides

Article - 19 Oct 2023

Optical waveguides are specialized devices or mediums designed to confine and direct light propagation along a predetermined path, primarily in the form of optical signals or photons. These waveguides...

Inexpensive Adaptive Optics

Article - 6 Jan 2008

Adaptive optics is an efficient but expensive way to correct distortions in laser beams.

Adhesives for Optics - Adhesives, Sealants, Coatings and Potting and Encapsulation Compounds for Optical Applications

Article - 2 Aug 2010

Master Bond offers the products and expertise you need. We solve problems and specialize in optical applications.

Advancements in Fiber Optic Communication: From Single-Mode to Multi-Core Fibers

Article - 1 Nov 2023

In this piece, we discuss the applications and functions of fiber optic communication, as well as current and future advancements in the field.

What are the Newest Developments in Metalenses?

Article - 9 Mar 2021

Metalenses are flat surfaces etched with nanostructures that manipulate and focus light. They possess unique properties that cannot be achieved with conventional diffractive surfaces.

The Uses of Polymers in Optical Applications

Article - 28 Jan 2020

Polymers are one of the most widely used material classes in the world today, and there are many different types of polymers.

Camera Lens Development Using Stereolithography

Article - 18 Dec 2019

Stereolithography (SLA), while not being the most popular method of 3D printing, is the oldest of the three types of technologies currently in use and helps camera lens development.

Optical Fiber - Definition and Applications

Article - 19 Jun 2014

An optical fiber is a flexible and transparent material made out of glass and extruded in the form of fibers.

Spectacular Growth is Occurring Within The Thin-Film Solar Industry

Article - 25 Jun 2008

Thin-film solar cells are cheaper than traditional solar panels, such as those made of polycrystalline silicon, but the yield is lower. However, the combination of these properties is promising...