Newsletter | July 7, 2025

07.07.25 -- Atomic Spectroscopy: New Technologies And What's Next

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FROM THE EDITOR

Atomic Spectroscopy: New Technologies And What's Next

By John Oncea, Editor

Atomic spectroscopy is advancing with the integration of AI, enhanced portability, and increased sensitivity, reshaping research and industry with faster, more precise, and field-ready analysis.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPECTROSCOPY

NIR & SWIR Spectroscopy For Light Investigation And Spectral Analysis

By Sensors Unlimited Inc., An RTX Company

NIR/SWIR spectroscopy using InGaAs sensors enables precise spectral analysis for minerals, organics, and biological materials, offering non-invasive insight across scientific applications.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Choosing Between Active and Passive Methods for Enhanced Efficiency

By PI (Physik Instrumente) LP

Passive alignment limits scalability, while active alignment offers superior precision and flexibility. Advanced systems now enable rapid, automated alignment for high-yield, cost-effective production.

Implementing A Feedback Control Loop To Monitor Laser Power

By Gentec Electro-Optics, Inc.

Explore how implementing a feedback control loop to monitor laser power in automotive manufacturing ensures precise laser welding and contributes to preventing costly assembly line disruptions.

Near-Field Scanning Optical Microscopes: Capabilities And Applications

By James MacKay, Ph.D. and Beau Brossman, Mad City Labs, Inc.

NSOM techniques and instrumentation have evolved to become vital tools for material characterization, providing high-quality data and continually expanding utility.

Alluxa Launches HELIX System for Thin-Film Optical Filter Analysis

By Alannah Johansen, et al., Alluxa, Inc.

The HELIX Spectral Analysis System has redefined measurement capabilities of high performance thin-film optical filters.

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