Industry Insights

41. ISO Compliance Of Non-Contact, Real-Time Beam Analysis 8/1/2019

    To deliver continuously high product quality, the key parameters of laser beams in production applications must be measured on a regular basis. Ophir has tackled the task and developed a non-contact measurement technology, the BeamWatch, based on the Rayleigh scattering. 

42. How To Remove Background Noise For Accurate Laser Beam Profiling And Power Measurement 10/23/2020

    Laser beam measurement noise can affect both beam diameter and power measurements. In most cases, these erroneous readings are larger than they are supposed to be. This article outlines how to minimize background noise and improve reading accuracy. 

43. Specifying Plasma Deposited Hard-Coated Optical Thin Film Filters 6/18/2020

    This paper defines major filter types and discusses how to specify key attributes while also optimizing cost. The filter types discussed include band pass types of ultra-square high cavity count, ultra-narrow and soft coating replacements, and dichroic and polychroic tilted beamsplitter filters.

44. Optical Components For SWIR Imaging 7/8/2019

    This application note provides information on the benefits of SWIR imaging in harsh or low-light level conditions, and PG&O's capabilities in manufacturing optical components for SWIR imaging.

45. Introduction To Next-Generation Thin-Film Optical Filters For Life Sciences 6/18/2020

    Fluorescence based systems have revolutionized the way organisms, cells, and biomolecules are visualized and detected. However, challenges that are common in these instruments, such as bleed-through, background autofluorescence, and poor signal-to-noise ratios (S/N), can reduce performance and lead to frustration. Because system performance greatly depends on filter quality, optical filters are arguably the most important component of any fluorescence-based instrument. With that in mind, this application note presents important concepts that should be considered when selecting optical filters for a fluorescence-based system.

46. Using A Multi-Wavelength Confocal Raman Microscope For Non-destructive Pharmaceutical Ingredient Analysis 6/18/2019

    Characterization of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and its distribution and physical properties in commercial medicine is necessary in drug research and development. Raman spectroscopy is gaining popularity as nondestructive, non-invasive, fast spectrum acquisition, and high reproducibility. 

47. Near-Field Scanning Optical Microscopes: Capabilities And Applications 5/20/2020

    NSOM techniques and instrumentation have evolved to become vital tools for material characterization, providing high-quality data and continually expanding utility.

48. Laser Interferometery — An Enabling Technology For Optimized Automated Manufacturing 6/11/2020

    Precision Beryllium mirror manufacturer, Cambridge Technology, explains how the use of best-in-class interferometry hardware and software solutions has streamlined its manufacturing processes and added efficiencies as well as time and cost-savings across the company.

49. Fiber Optics Can Do That? 5/26/2020

    Rigid and flexible fiber optic image guides offer a powerful way to manipulate image planes and achieve remote viewing.

50. 6 Expert Tips On How To Measure Laser Power 7/14/2020

    This article offers 6 expert tips on how to measure laser power properly for a wide range of applications.