Newsletter | December 10, 2025

12.10.25 -- Metrology's Role In High-Fidelity Aerospace Manufacture, New Metrology Techniques For Advanced Thin Film Optical Filters & More

Metrology's Role In High-Fidelity Aerospace Manufacture

Metrology is fundamental to aerospace, utilizing CMMs, laser scanners, vision-based systems, and portable solutions to guarantee precision, safety, and reliability in every mission-critical component from design through assembly.

SPOTLIGHT ON METROLOGY

Driving Innovation In Semiconductor Lithography And Metrology

Discover industry-leading UV and EUV photodiodes engineered for semiconductor lithography, metrology, and inspection, pairing high sensitivity, reliability, and customized solutions for demanding applications.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Measuring The Energy Of One Of The Most Powerful Lasers In The USA

Custom detectors and calorimeters were provided to a high-power laser research center, ensuring precise energy measurements essential for advancing cutting-edge physics research.

New Metrology Techniques For Advanced Thin Film Optical Filters

Measuring the spectral response of advanced thin-film optical filters presents challenges, but employing the right techniques ensures accurate, reliable characterization for high-performance optical systems.

Extreme Metrology: Big Science Requires A Nano-Perspective

Extreme metrology applications involve more than enough unknown variables. Instrumentation whose performance has been proven should not be one of them.

Customizing Optical Coatings For A 3D Visual Application

Explore the fabrication of a broadband, non-polarizing cube beamsplitter, highlighting design challenges and solutions for high-performance 3D visual applications.

Bilateral Telecentricity: A Precondition For High-Precision Optical Metrology

Discover the crucial role of bilateral telecentricity in enhancing optical metrology precision. Learn how edge detection principles and lens design influence measurement accuracy.

KolaDeep Spectral Measurement System: Measure Deeper Blocking

Semrock’s KolaDeep Spectral Measurement System ensures ultra-deep blocking and steep spectral edges for custom optical filters, delivering precise, repeatable performance across UV, visible, and NIR ranges.

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FEATURED MULTIMEDIA

New Immersion Grating For Astronomy Applications

Discover compact immersion grating—just 1/27 the size of conventional spectrometers—delivering broad 1–20 µm infrared performance for astronomy, satellite, and telescope applications.

Innovations in Precision Glass and Optical Coatings

Dr. Arnaud Zoubir of Abrisa Technologies highlights the company's expertise in high-precision glass components, optical coatings, and advanced processing.

BULLETIN BOARD

FLEXPOINT Laser Modules Brochure

Explore FLEXPOINT line lasers for industrial image processing, offering homogeneous output, high power options, and versatile, rugged form factors for metrology applications.

FEATURED SOLUTIONS

Custom Foundry Services

Discover Trusted Foundry III-V wafer fabrication and testing services, enabling high-performance infrared devices for commercial, defense, and space applications without in-house manufacturing.

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Piezoceramic Components For Ultrasound Applications

PI Ceramic offers piezoelectric ultrasound transducers, piezo ceramic components for piezo sensors, and elements made from PZT and lead free material formulations.

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Micro Molding Services

Micro molding services produce ultra-small plastic parts, helping manufacturers overcome space and weight constraints while reducing overall production costs for next-generation products.

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