Newsletter | October 23, 2023

10.23.23 -- Using IR At The Border To Fight … The Canadian Cartel?

FROM THE EDITOR

Using IR At The Border To Fight … The Canadian Cartel?

Infrared is used at the border for surveillance, detecting people or vehicles crossing the border, and detecting disguises at security checkpoints. Could it have helped take down the Maple Mafia?

SPOTLIGHT ON THREAT DETECTION

Aerospace And Security: Lenses For CUBESAT

Imaging technologies are increasingly used in space exploration and CubeSats, enabling acquisition and analysis of high-resolution images of Earth.

Applications Of Photodetectors, LEDs, And More

Explore a range of reliable photodiodes, IR detectors, LEDs, emitters, assemblies, and photonic modules for military, medical, and commercial applications.

Using SWIR To Detect Disguises At Border And Immigration Checkpoints

As the U.S. continues to fortify its security at border crossings, airports, and other points of entry, SWIR cameras can supplement security efforts by identifying disguises at the border.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Defense & Avionics Optical Solutions

Discover optical solutions that are designed to perform in extreme field conditions like cockpit and vehicle displays, field instruments, HUD and HMD displays, specialty imaging applications, and more.

Glossary Of Terms For Detectors

Explore the world of optical detectors with this comprehensive glossary of terms and definitions. 

Breeze — A Safer and Faster Way For Illicit Drug Detection

Everywhere first responders operate, they risk exposure to substances such as fentanyl, synthetic cannabinoids, phosphorous, and other chemicals. BaySpec’s Breeze Smart Palm Spectrometer provides first responders a viable handheld solution to quickly identify unknown substances.

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Airborne Detection With A Telops Hyper-Cam

Integrated into a fully automated gimbal onboard a helicopter, the Telops Hyper-Cam is used to perform airborne detection of various substances including methane and ammonium sulfate.

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Zygo has manufactured optics for NIF's laser program since the 1970s. They play a critical role as NIF's laser system is the only facility that meets the laser damage threshold requirements.

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