Military & Defense News

  1. Russia Turns To Fiber Optic Drones, Ukraine Looks For Response 3/3/2025

    Last summer, Russia responded to Ukraine’s advance into the Kursk region by introducing fiber optic-guided, radio-jamming-resistant drones. This marked the first known use of such weapons in combat.

  2. Are We There Yet? Getting To Mars In 30 Days 2/19/2025

    The creation of a laboratory prototype of a plasma electric rocket engine based on a magnetic plasma accelerator serves as a monumental step in reducing the time it will take to travel to Mars.

  3. NASA Is Making Spectroscopy More Efficient And Affordable 2/11/2025

    NASA has long been at the forefront of technological innovation and spectrometry has not been immune to the space agency’s touch.

  4. How Computer Vision Makes Drones Better 2/6/2025

    The integration of computer vision into drone technology has significantly enhanced their performance, making them more autonomous, efficient, and capable of handling complex tasks across various industries.

  5. The Military, Photonics, And … Video Game Controllers? 1/9/2025

    Photonics technologies provide advantages such as precision, speed, and resilience to electromagnetic interference, which are critical in defense and warfare. How are game controllers adding to that?

  6. 25 Reasons To Attend SPIE Photonics West 2025 1/7/2025

    SPIE Photonics West 2025, scheduled for January 25–30 in San Francisco, offers numerous benefits for professionals in the optics and photonics industry. Here are 25 reasons to attend.

  7. A Look Back At The Year That Was 12/10/2024

    It’s that time again. Let’s take a look at the most-read articles that appeared on Photonics Online this past year. Why, it’s become an annual event!

  8. LISA's Search For Unseen Gravitational Waves 11/27/2024

    The Laser Interferometer Space Antenna is set to revolutionize our understanding of the universe by detecting gravitational waves from space. This ambitious mission marks a significant milestone in gravitational wave astronomy.

  9. Judge Smails And Ty Webb: What Caddyshack Has To Do With Metrology 11/13/2024

    Metrology plays a crucial role in various aspects of society and industry. It encompasses three main subfields: scientific, legal, and industrial metrology. Oh, and golf?

  10. Is LiDAR Everything It's Made Out To Be? 11/4/2024

    While LiDAR is a powerful technology with unique capabilities, it's not without drawbacks. Its effectiveness often depends on the specific application and context.