Newsletter | October 8, 2025

10.08.25 -- Fiber Optics Detecting Earthquakes, Robotic Surgery, Regulatory Compliance & More

Using Fiber Optics For High-Speed Internet And … Detecting Icequakes?

Fiber optics have been used in many ways by many industries to transmit data signals. Now, the technology is being used to help detect earthquake’s little brother, icequakes.

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Multi-Function Filters Enable Efficient Telecom Module Design

To get the most out of multi-function filters, telecom device OEMs must collaborate closely with their filter supplier to communicate performance specifications and package size needs.

SPOTLIGHT ON FIBER OPTICS

Advanced Fiber Optics Enhance Visualization For Robotic Surgery

For robotic surgery, light guides made from specialty glass fibers can deliver the high-quality, versatile light needed to provide a realistic and clear view of the surgical field.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Close Is Not Close Enough: Micropositioners' Role In Nanopositioning

Examine how micropositioners affect movement and positioning capability, as well as overall task effectiveness, by creating — literally — a solid foundation for work at the nanoscale.

Laser Power Monitoring Ensures Biopharma Regulatory Compliance

Explore how a custom-integrated solution helped a biopharmaceutical company meet strict government regulations while optimizing the performance and accuracy of their fill and finish measurements.

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High-Speed Optical Components For Data And Test Systems

High-speed LEDs and photodiodes deliver reliable, precise performance for telecom and data applications, supporting fiber optics, free-space links, and test instrumentation with long-term stability.

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Compact Thermal Zoom Lenses For Aircraft Applications

The LightIR thermal imaging zoom lenses are lightweight, compact, and high-performance, designed for a range of reduced SWaP applications, including UAVs, aircraft vision systems, drones, and more.

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