Security & Surveillance News
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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!
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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.
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The Use Of Hyperspectral Imaging By The Military
7/2/2024
Hyperspectral imaging is used in many industries, including defense. The data mined from this process can be the difference between winning and losing a war.
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Transforming Smart Living with Emerging Infrared Technologies
5/14/2024
Infrared tech advances in detection, imaging, and sensors are enhancing applications in ADAS, healthcare, security, IoT, and smart homes, enabling automated, efficient living spaces.
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Optical Filter's Role In Identifying Distracted Drivers
1/3/2024
From fluorescence microscopy to Raman spectroscopy to medical imaging, optical filters are used in a wide variety of applications. Let’s take a look at these devices and how they can help target distracted drivers.
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3 Rock-Solid Predictions (j/k) About What To Expect From Photonics In 2024
12/7/2023
Before 2023 comes to an end we want to go on record with three things that we guarantee will happen in 2024.
(Guarantee not valid anywhere, anytime, and/or any place. Void everywhere.)
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2023's Best: Methane Super Emitters, The Valley Of Death, Hidden Cities, And Maple Syrup
12/6/2023
It’s that time again. Let’s take a look at the most-read articles that appeared on Photonics Online this year. It’s got intrigue, suspense, and surprises. Oh, and infrared, LiDAR, and so much more.