Featured Editorial
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Silicon Photonics Technology For Next-Gen Data Center Interconnects
11/5/2019
Summary: Co-packaged optics promise improved signal integrity and speed, as well as significantly higher bandwidth density and lower power consumption, meeting the scaling requirements of next-generation data center interconnects.
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Microlearning Applied To Laser Safety
7/16/2019
This article explains the concept and demonstrates how the training approach known as “microlearning” can be applied in laser use settings to the advantage of staff, researchers, and management.
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Properly Executing Fiber Optic Safety
6/18/2019
Happily, laser accidents with fibers are almost exclusively related to non-beam hazards. Still, laser fiber users need to understand a number of factors relevant to fiber optic safety.
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Understanding Laser Safety In Fabrication Settings
5/21/2019
Many laser standards exist to address the variety of laser use applications, but the fabrication setting is conspicuously omitted. This article details what the basic laser safety requirements for fabrication, as well as what it takes to implement such safeguards.
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Why You Should Use A Product Development Process
4/28/2019
Applied poorly, systems turn into bloated regulations that no one trusts or uses effectively. Applied properly, the right systems improve the efficiency and effectiveness of product development teams.
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A Guide To Selecting Laser Protective Eyewear
3/30/2019
When it comes to laser protective eyewear, a number of factors go into selecting the best option, and some are more important than others.
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Breaking Down The “Cosine Fourth Power Law”
3/17/2019
In this article, we take a tour into the fascinating physics governing the illumination of images in lens systems.
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Recognizing Ergonomic Concerns In The Laser Lab
3/5/2019
To improve the safety, positive working environment, and ― ideally ― effectiveness of your laser lab, weigh these ergonomic considerations when approaching its layout.