Newsletter | March 30, 2026

03.30.26 -- Spotlight On Space & Astronomy

FROM THE EDITOR

Accidentally Identifying Methane Super-Emitters From Space

NASA’s EMIT mission is mapping the prevalence of key minerals in dust-producing deserts. But — surprise! — it’s also detecting the presence of methane around the world.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPACE & ASTRONOMY

Extra-Terrestrial Connections: Enabling Optical Mesh Networks In Orbit

Optical filter implementation into orbital mesh networks must consider how price, performance, and delivery timeline can be optimized together to align with specific customer needs.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Designing Precision Positioning For Vacuum Environments

The manufacture and calibration of UHV positioning systems is a complex task that sometimes pits design and maintenance considerations against the instrument’s technical performance.

Ensuring Laser Accuracy In Semiconductor Systems

Laser drift risks significant yield loss in semiconductor processes. Proactive and integrated monitoring is essential to ensure consistent precision and prevent costly failures.

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