Featured Editorial

  1. The Use Of Advanced Optics In Border Security 8/16/2024

    ICE uses advanced optics for border security: high-res cameras, infrared sensors, X-ray scanners, fiber optics, LiDAR, and drones. These tools enhance surveillance and detection capabilities.

  2. Unwrapping The Herculaneum Papyri With Infrared, Imaging, And AI 8/14/2024

    The Herculaneum Papyri, buried by Vesuvius in 79 BCE, are being deciphered using advanced imaging and AI, revealing ancient texts on philosophy and pleasure.

  3. Optical Filters: Pioneering Discoveries From Earth To Space 8/7/2024

    Optical filters enhance light manipulation, enabling breakthroughs in exoplanet research, celestial imaging, and atmospheric studies, driving advancements in various fields.

  4. AI And Metaphotonics: Pioneering The Future Of Optical Technologies 8/2/2024

    By combining the strengths of AI and metaphotonics, researchers are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in optical technologies, paving the way for more compact, efficient, and intelligent photonic devices across various fields.

  5. Improving The Accuracy And Effectiveness Of Nanopositioning Systems 7/31/2024

    The effectiveness and accuracy of nanopositioning systems are being enhanced through advanced control methods, high-resolution sensors, and innovative mechanical designs. These improvements are essential for meeting the stringent requirements of modern nanotechnology applications.

  6. Your Guide To SPIE Optics + Photonics 2024 7/24/2024

    Planning on attending SPIE Optics + Photonics 2024? Here’s a look at what you can expect.

  7. The Future Of Automotive Lighting: Lasers Or LEDs? 7/23/2024

    The future of automotive lighting is likely to involve both laser and LED technologies, with each offering distinct advantages for different applications. While LED technology is currently more widespread and offers numerous benefits, laser lighting shows great potential for specific applications, particularly in high-intensity headlamps.

  8. Quantum Computing Is Here But It's Also At Least A Decade Away 7/18/2024

    The arrival of quantum computing is a paradox. On one hand, it’s here. On the other hand, it’s not. Confused? Read on to learn more about when, if at all, quantum computing will take the throne.

  9. Computing With Photons Instead Of Electrons (Or What Is Optical Computing) 7/17/2024

    Optical computing is a technology that uses light waves instead of electrical signals to perform computational tasks. This approach aims to leverage the properties of light for data processing, storage, and communication in computing systems.

  10. Machine Vision Applications Of Hyperspectral Imaging 7/16/2024

    Hyperspectral imaging is emerging as a powerful complementary technology to traditional machine vision, offering enhanced capabilities for automated inspection, sorting, and quality control across various industries.