Newsletter | January 24, 2024

01.24.24 -- From Miniature Living Lasers To Optical Biopsies: The Bright Future Of Biophotonics

FROM THE EDITOR

From Miniature Living Lasers To Optical Biopsies: The Bright Future Of Biophotonics

Biophotonics is the study of how light interacts with biological matter. It has a wide range of applications in medicine, agriculture, environment, pharmaceutical, and biological sciences, using light as an energy source to conduct fundamental studies. Let’s shine a light on biophotonics and see what the future holds for it.

SPOTLIGHT ON LASERS & SOURCES

High-Power Laser Measurement: Cooling Methods

Measurement of high-power lasers requires efficient heat control in power meter sensors. Choosing the right heat transfer method is a critical step in configuring a reliable, accurate high-power laser meter.

Determine The Exact Laser Module For Your Machine Vision Application

Selecting a laser module to fit an application should be a fluid process. From identifying key specifications to testing and potentially customizing the final laser, it is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

6 Expert Tips To Measure Laser Power Accurately In All Applications

Learn how to accurately measure the optical power of your laser or other light source with these six expert tips for various applications.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Canon DC Brushless Servo Motors: Powerful Precision In A Petite Package

Canon DC brushless servo motors’ combination of compact size, high torque, precision positioning, and high response make them ideal for medical and industrial applications.

How Piezo-Based Motion Can Improve Laser Drilling Systems

The use of ultra-short laser technology is increasingly favored for creating small holes in various materials. Explore different laser drilling system implementations and their pros and cons.

Lenses For Aerospace Safety

Industrial lenses are crucial for monitoring and controlling aircraft and rocket engines in harsh conditions, enabling real-time observation, capturing data, and improving efficiency and safety.

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ZeGage Pro 3D Optical Profiler System

The ZeGage Pro optical profiler provides non-contact measurement and characterization of micro- and nano-scale features of many types of surfaces, ensuring quality control and process monitoring.

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Zygo Corporation

High-Power GaAlAs IRLED Illuminator: OD-663-850

The OD-663-850 is a gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) near-infrared (IR) LED illuminator with ultra-high-power output. Specially designed for use in surveillance and night vision applications, the device has a very uniform optical beam with a peak emission wavelength of 850 nm.

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Opto Diode, An ITW Company

Finished Infrared Optics For Biomedical Applications

PG&O Precision Glass & Optics introduces finished infrared optics for a range of applications, including biomedical, industrial, military/defense, homeland security, surveillance systems, automotive, fire control, lasers, night vision, and more. 

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