Optical Components White Papers & Application Notes

1. How Optics And Flow Cytometry Are Improving Pancreatic Cancer Treatment 11/11/2024

   The University of Texas researchers are developing an optical system analyzing cancer cell properties to guide treatments, improving patient outcomes and targeting aggressive cancers like pancreatic.

2. An Introduction To Optical Coatings 10/7/2024

   Optical coatings are thin films applied to optical components to enhance their performance. Various manufacturing methods exist, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

3. Exploring The Emerging Applications Of Optical Interconnects 4/17/2024

   Optical interconnects are indispensable for modern communication infrastructure, from the Internet backbone to chip technology. As data volumes grow, learn how its evolution will remain pivotal for innovation.

4. Precision In Light: DUV Photodiodes In Lithography & Medicine 3/13/2024

   DUV photodiodes are essential for precise UV dosage control in medical applications like phototherapy and sterilization, as well as in semiconductor manufacturing for lithography systems.

5. SWIR Multimode Tracking (MMT) Developments At SUI 11/5/2024

   Explore advancements in SWIR multi-mode tracking with SHIELD and 1280JDSX-MMT, integrating laser range finders for enhanced imaging, target acquisition, and situational awareness.

6. Fluorescent Protein Optical Imaging Considerations 10/22/2024

   Fluorescent proteins enhance microscopy but require careful selection of optical components, filters, and environmental conditions to minimize phototoxicity and improve imaging quality.

7. Distortion In High Performance Reflectors 2/19/2025

   High-performance optical reflectors, introduce phase effects that cause spatial and temporal distortions. Understanding group delay, and polarization-dependent variations is crucial.

8. Using Optical Filters To Optimize Illumination In Fluorescence And Raman Systems 10/22/2024

   Semrock offers fluorescence filters for various light sources. They help optimize excitation and reduce background noise in fluorescence spectroscopy, photometry, and microscopy.

9. University Of Ottawa Relies On The BEAMAGE Series To Measure Laser Profiles 11/6/2024

   The University of Ottawa lab successfully used beam profilers to improve Power-Over-Fiber receiver chip development, ensuring precise, efficient laser measurements for advanced photonic research.

10. Dynamic Illumination In Phase-Shifting Interferometry 3/10/2025

    Dynamic Illumination in phase-shifting interferometry enhances precision metrology using steering mirrors to enable phase shifting, autofocus, and noise reduction, improving measurement accuracy and versatility in optical testing.