Newsletter | January 28, 2026

01.28.26 -- Quantum Engineering At The Nanoscale, The Science Behind The Calibration Process, Answering Common Micro Optics Questions & More

Quantum Engineering At The Nanoscale: The Power Of Superlattice Design

Superlattice engineering enables atomic-precision control of semiconductor electronic and optical properties through nanoscale layering, creating devices impossible with bulk materials.

SPOTLIGHT ON DEFENSE & SECURITY

HD Thermal Imaging For Defense Research And Test Ranges

Infrared target signature research and target tracking place substantial technical demands on thermal imaging cameras, as well as the researchers using those cameras.

The Science Behind The Calibration Process

Ensure your laser measurements are accurate, reliable, and traceable. This calibration restores precision, reduces uncertainty, and keeps research, medical, and industrial applications performing flawlessly.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

How To Specify A Custom-Designed Instrument

Customers with a clear-eyed view of the solution’s basic specifications, budget, and expected timeline are well-positioned for an efficient, effective custom design experience.

Nanopositioning Systems And Advanced Motion Control For DNA Sequencing

Learn how advancements in advanced motion control have revolutionized DNA sequencing, significantly enhancing the speed, precision, and affordability of genome analysis methods like sequencing-by-synthesis.

Common Micro Optics Questions, Explained

Micro-optics within the micro injection molding space require expert engineering and experience. Our resident micro optics engineer, Rick Brown, encounters the following common questions.

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FEATURED MULTIMEDIA

PIC & Waveguides: Processing Considerations

Achieving repeatable, high-precision pick and waveguide polishing requires advanced fixture design, micron-level motion control, and flexible systems that scale seamlessly from R&D to production.

BULLETIN BOARD

Explore Innovation: Thermal Imaging And SWIR Lenses

From complex long-range continuous zoom lenses to compact Low-SWaP lenses, MKS Ophir offers an extensive selection of high-performance thermal imaging lenses for a range of applications.

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