The annual Optical Interconnects Conference 2013 covers high performance interconnect challenges in interconnect systems, architectures, applications and devices, with a particular emphasis on future petascale and exascale platforms in datacenters and supercomputers. The conference includes a series of invited talks as well as oral and poster contributions.

All attendees have the option to participate in working groups to discuss and design a conceptual solution to a predefined design problem. This problem is intended to promote interactions between the participants and provide an overall focus to the meeting.  

Key Note Speakers this year include: Shekhar Borkar - Intel Corporation, USA; Horst Simon - Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA; and Alan Willner - University of Southern California, USA.

This short course provides an overview of high energy laser (HEL) weapon systems. It is offered by the Center for Directed Energy (CDE) at the Air Force Institute of Technology. Distance learning and classroom modes are both available and cover the same material. The classroom mode is being offered in Albuquerque, NM and College Park, MD. If you prefer to learn in the classroom mode, let us know which location is preferred by emailing us at office@deps.org. 

A thorough presentation of HEL weapons systems will be provided. There will be a complete overview of laser weapon systems including laser devices (chemical, solid state, and free electron), laser subsystems (power, thermal management, fluid supply), beam control (beam directors, tracking and control, adaptive optics), atmospheric propagation, targets and lethality, engagement scenarios, and weapon system performance.

This course is a 2-day non-mathematical approach designed to teach the duties of Laser Safety Officer as described in the ANSI Z136.1 Safe Use of Lasers standard to users of industrial lasers. Information on lasers and optics, bioeffects, beam and non- beam hazards, control measures and training requirements are covered.

The TechConnect World houses four world-class technical events focused on advancements in Nanotech, Microtech, Biotech, Cleantech and the technology overlap between these converging domains. As technologies commercially mature from the purely research stage, they are advanced into the TechConnect Summit and partnering programs in which IP and Early-stage companies are reviewed and selected by our board of corporate and investment partners.

Laser World of Photonics, collocated with World of Photonics Congress, is the world’s largest trade fair for lasers and laser systems in industrial manufacturing. The 21st event features three photonics forums: Lasers in Manufacturing, Biophotonics and Medical Engineering and Optical Technologies. The Lasers in Manufacturing (LiM) scientific conference focuses on the latest developments as well as future trends in the field of laser material processing. Dealing with process engineering, system technology and process optimization, LiM 2013 addresses anyone interested in the potential of lasers in theory and application.

The Optical Technologies applications panel will address topics such as optronical systems in security applications, solid-state lighting, advanced solid-state lasers, high-power diode lasers and VCSELs, as well as beam shaping and delivery.

The Biophotonics and Medical Engineering panel will address innovations and technologies key to the future of the biophotonics industry. These include laser applications and optical diagnostics in ophthalmology, laser developments for life sciences and bioinstrumentation, as well as tap into the unmet needs in biophotonics technology and visions for future diagnostics such as endoscopy.

For the first time, the trade association Spectaris, the German Engineering Federation, the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association and the Federal Ministry of Science and Research are publishing a special report on photonics in 2013. The report will be presented at an economic-policy meeting on the industry, shedding light on the latest industry trends in light of recent economic developments.

The 2013 event will also include an exhibit of more than 200 companies, a talent initiative, the 11th international laser marketplace seminar focused on markets and new technologies in laser materials processing, and a special show called Photons in Production, which addresses the building blocks for the future.

EASTEC features five distinct exhibit categories making it easier for attendees to find you:

Design, Engineering & Rapid Technologies
Tooling, Workholding & Machining Accessories
Building 5 - Better Living Center

Automation, Quality & Process Improvement
Plant, Energy & Environmental Efficiency
Building 3 - Young Air Compressors

Precision Manufacturing Equipment & Systems
Buildings 1 & 2 – NAC & Mallary

Hours in All Buildings: Tuesday, May 14 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  Wednesday, May 15 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  Thursday, May 16 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This course is taught by the Laser Institute of America and is specifically designed to give the dermatology nurse practitioners and physician assistants using a laser in a dermatology practice a basic foundation in laser biophysics, tissue interaction, and laser safety.  Laser safety protocols will be addressed according to the newly revised ANSI Z136.3, Safe Use of Lasers in Health Care standard. Instruction is accomplished through didactics, discussions, and demonstration. Industry laser representatives will be available to provide additional information about specific laser treatments and to direct hands on laser demonstrations.  This course is for all nurse practitioners and physician assistants regardless of experience or practice setting.

The SENSOR+TEST trade fair in Nürnberg is a leading forum for sensors, measuring and testing. From simple microsensors to complex test rigs, from ready-to-use components to individualised services, the SENSOR+TEST represents the complete competence in measurement technology.

Parallel to the trade fair the Conferences of the AMA Association for Sensor Technology take place every two years. Under one umbrella, the three international conferences, SENSOR, OPTO, and IRS², provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in scientific research and development in the fields of sensor, measuring, and testing technology.

The Society for Information Display (SID) International Symposium, Seminar and Exhibition, dubbed Display Week, is the premier international gathering of scientists, engineers, manufacturers and users in the electronic information displays industry.

The 2013 technical program will include more than 70 technical sessions consisting of nearly 400 oral and poster presentations placing emphasis on special topic tracks such as 3-D, OLED TV, oxide thin-film transistors, lighting, and touch and interactivity. The event also will feature 20 90-minute seminars and four short courses that cover diverse topics related to information display, two market focus conferences and more than 200 exhibitors.

Keynote speakers include Kinam Kim of Samsung Display Co. presenting “Displays and Innovation: An Exciting Future,” Bill Buxton of Microsoft Corp. who will deliver a keynote address titled, “The Society Life of Devices,” and John F. Wager of Oregon State University who will present “Exciting Developments in Oxide TFT Technology.”