John Oncea
John Oncea is the Editor of RF Globalnet and Photonics Online.
ARTICLES BY JOHN ONCEA
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![GettyImages-1207356214]( "What's The Deal With Translucent Concrete?")
What's The Deal With Translucent Concrete?7/2/2025Translucent concrete retains the structural properties of traditional concrete while allowing light to pass through it. The material offers a unique aesthetic, allowing for interesting light and shadow play while reducing reliance on artificial lighting.
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![GettyImages-1454008881 Gentec E-O optical fiber]( "How Fiber Optics Are Transforming Internet Speed, Reliability, And Security")
How Fiber Optics Are Transforming Internet Speed, Reliability, And Security6/30/2025Fiber optics make the internet better by providing faster, more dependable, and more secure connections that keep pace with today’s digital demands – whether for streaming, remote work, gaming, or business operations.
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![GettyImages-953164092 laser]( "The Laser Arsenal: The Military's New Speed-of-Light Defense Systems")
The Laser Arsenal: The Military's New Speed-of-Light Defense Systems6/24/2025High-energy laser weapons use focused light beams traveling at light speed to destroy drones, missiles, and threats instantly with unlimited shots at $1 each.
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![SPIE logo]( "The Future of Photonics: What to Expect at SPIE Optics + Photonics 2025")
The Future of Photonics: What to Expect at SPIE Optics + Photonics 20256/16/2025SPIE Optics + Photonics 2025 in San Diego is the leading event for photonics engineers, featuring innovative research, exhibitions, and professional development.
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![GettyImages-182067152]( "How Photonics Are Used In The Manufacturing Of Sporting Goods")
How Photonics Are Used In The Manufacturing Of Sporting Goods6/11/2025Photonics technologies revolutionize sporting goods manufacturing through laser cutting, 3D printing, optical metrology, and precision measurement systems.
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![GettyImages-609947506 laser beam]( "What You Need To Know About The Physics And Engineering Of Nanolasers")
What You Need To Know About The Physics And Engineering Of Nanolasers6/4/2025Nanolasers are revolutionizing photonics by enabling ultra-compact, tunable, and efficient light sources, though challenges in fabrication, loss mitigation, and integration remain.
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![Lidar GettyImages-1337105602]( "How LiDAR-Enabled Robots Benefit The Defense, Aerospace, And Biotech Industries")
How LiDAR-Enabled Robots Benefit The Defense, Aerospace, And Biotech Industries6/2/2025Adding LiDAR to robots can significantly improve their capabilities and performance across various applications by enhancing their perception and understanding of the surrounding environment.
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![GettyImages-1285104827-assay-plate-imaging-analysis]( "Hyperspectral Imaging In Forensic Investigations: Applications And Case Studies")
Hyperspectral Imaging In Forensic Investigations: Applications And Case Studies5/22/2025Hyperspectral imaging is a powerful tool for forensic investigations, offering a non-destructive, highly sensitive, and comprehensive approach to evidence analysis.
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![GettyImages-519719006]( "Did Spectroscopy Help Find Signs Of Life 124 Light Years Away?")
Did Spectroscopy Help Find Signs Of Life 124 Light Years Away?5/19/2025Using advanced spectroscopy, JWST detected potential biosignature gases in K2-18b’s atmosphere, sparking debate about life beyond Earth.
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![quantum computing, technology, science-GettyImages-2173923576]( "Out In The Neon Light: Quantum Sensing's New Dawn For Photonics")
Out In The Neon Light: Quantum Sensing's New Dawn For Photonics5/15/2025Recent quantum breakthroughs overcome decoherence and enable mass production, driving photonics innovation across medical and environmental applications.
