Laser Articles And Papers

  1. Is A Green Laser Better Than A Red One? 11/16/2023

    Green lasers are growing in popularity because the human eye is especially sensitive to green light, which appears almost 30 times brighter than the red color. Does that make them a better choice than red lasers? Maybe yes … maybe no.

  2. Metal Additive Manufacturing: Laser Power Measurement During Machine Setup And Maintenance 10/31/2023

    Discover how customized laser beam measurement solutions reinforced a leading manufacturer's machines against power fluctuations and misalignments.

  3. Everybody Loves LiDAR 10/27/2023

    LiDAR – is there anything it can’t do? Invented in the 1960s on the heels of the invention of the laser, LiDAR became commercially viable in the late 1980s. Today, it’s omnipresent, allowing us to do things we’ve never seen before in ways we never imagined.

  4. Basic Principles Of Raman Scattering And Spectroscopy 10/26/2023

    Raman scattering is a phenomenon where a sample scatters light, offering insights into material composition. Understand Raman setups, including laser power thresholds and detector optimization.

  5. I'm Going As A Nobel Prize Winner For Halloween 10/20/2023

    This year’s batch of Nobel Laureates all seem to be fine scientists, researchers, authors, and leaders who don’t seem to have anything to do with Halloween. But don’t worry, we found some past award winners who do!

  6. High-Power Lasers: Measuring The Output Without Damaging The Equipment 10/18/2023

    Concerned about your laser damaging your detector or meter? Let's explore how to protect your equipment and ensure safe operation.

  7. Visualizing Combustion Dynamics: NASA And High-Speed Cameras 10/17/2023

    Combustion is a chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give off heat. Burning a candle, a fire in a fireplace, pressing the gas pedal … these are a few everyday examples of the result of combustion, all of which happen faster than the eye can see. NASA, however, can precisely and accurately study combustion through the use of high-speed cameras.

  8. How Piezo-Based Motion Can Improve The Performance Of Laser Drilling Systems 9/26/2023

    The use of ultra-short laser technology is increasingly favored for creating small holes in various materials. Explore different laser drilling system implementations and their pros and cons.

  9. What Are The Limitations Of My Laser Power Meter's Damage Threshold, And How Can I Avoid Exceeding It? 9/22/2023

    Excessive power, average power duration, power density, pulse width, and wavelength absorptivity can all damage laser power meters, requiring careful usage and consideration of these factors.

  10. 24 Ways Biophotonics Improves Medical Imaging And Robotic Surgery 9/19/2023

    Biophotonics, when applied to medical imaging or robotic surgery, significantly advances healthcare by offering a multifaceted approach to diagnosis, treatment, and surgery while improving patient care and outcomes.