Newsletter | March 9, 2026

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Discover cutting-edge photonics shaping the future of aerospace and security.

FROM THE EDITOR

Fundamental Divergence: Photonic Computing Vs. Telecommunications Photonics

Photonic computing and telecommunications photonics optimize for fundamentally opposing requirements – latency versus distance, reconfigurability versus stability, nonlinearity versus linearity – demanding different materials, devices, and design philosophies.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Mechanical Dimensions Of Optical Filters

Understanding the mechanical dimensions of optical filters, particularly parameters like clear aperture and parallelism, is paramount for ensuring proper functionality.

Photonic Detectors Across The Spectrum: Enabling Biomedical Spectroscopy

Explore how photonic detector technologies across the spectrum enable biomedical spectroscopy, linking materials science to real clinical applications from genomics to cancer diagnostics.

Double-Sided Polishing Revolutionizes Optical Manufacturing

Double-sided polishing revolutionizes optical manufacturing by dramatically improving efficiency, precision, and throughput for high-performance components, reducing costs and lead times across demanding industries.

Monitoring Laser Power In Laser-Based Fill & Finish Biopharmaceutical Systems

Custom laser power measurement ensures precise vaccine vial sealing, meeting strict biopharma compliance standards through tailored detectors, firmware, and calibration for critical fill-finish applications.

Integrated Multi-Function Filters Help Telecom Module Engineers Do More With Less

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.

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