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High spatial resolution in ultrafast laser processing is increasingly important in semiconductor fabrication, the automotive parts industry, medical device manufacturing, and other fields. In laser...

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) scientists are leading a pair of photonics-related projects under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DoE) Accelerate Innovations...

Optica awarded the Edwin H. Land Medal to Susana Marcos, the David R. Williams director of the Center for Visual Science at the University of Rochester. Marcos is a co-founder of 2EyesVision SL and a...

The diffraction limit enforces physical restrictions on how closely an object can be examined using traditional optical methods. Previous attempts to develop superlenses that image beyond the...

The CO2 Laser Lenses from Laser Research Optics are CO2 optics meant for use in the production of precision gaskets manufactured from stainless steel, phenolic, and other hard materials. Able to be...

The Bumblebee X series from Teledyne FLIR IIS is a real-time GigE stereo vision solution built for applications such as autonomous mobile robots, automated guided vehicles, pick-and-place, bin...

The EL5MP series of fixed focal length lenses from Opto Engineering are 5-MP optics for sensors up to 2/3 in. with integrated liquid lens technology. The high-resolution optical design combined...

The OSLON® UV 3535 from ams OSRAM is a UV-C LED designed for mercury-free and efficient UV-C disinfection and treatment solutions. Utilizing flip-chip generation in an open 3535 ceramic package,...

Imaging has long been used in industrial processes to measure, monitor, control, or otherwise manage the production of goods. The challenge to the process designer is to develop a tool that captures...

The common polycrystalline materials used for optical thin-film materials do not satisfy the requirements of telecommunications because of the instabilities caused by moisture absorption in their...

The ubiquitous Nd:YAG laser has played many roles over the years. For the military, it has provided rangefinding and target designation capabilities. When used with nonlinear optics or as a pump...

The scope of optical spectroscopic instrumentation is indeed very broad. Many analytical methods rely on the interaction of radiation with matter and are often described in the context of quantum and...

Addressing the benefits of utilizing freeform mirror surfaces in optical system designs and the opportunity to effectively replicate freeform mirrors using MKS Newport's advanced manufacturing...

Answering some common questions new users of optical design and analysis software have are “How accurate are the results?” or “Can I trust the results I get?” and discussing the importance of...

Surface roughness plays a critical role in the functionality and durability of precision components. When a surface is rough, it increases friction between parts, leading to more wear over time. This...

Telecentric F-theta lenses with large scan fields set new standards for cutting displays.

In today’s energy-challenged world, clean energy topics are increasingly important, particularly with solar cell designs reaching new efficiency breakthroughs. This webinar series shares the...

Robust segmentation of microscopic images is the foundation for the subsequent analysis of the image content and hence the (biological) properties of the sample. In addition to semantic segmentation,...

As the demand for efficient production of optical systems grows in industries ranging from aerospace and defense to medical imaging, the automation of optical assembly processes becomes increasingly...

Autofocusing in an essential part of automated microscopy. Capturing focus accurately, without manual intervention from the user, is what makes applications such as long-term time-lapse experiments...

A Nernst glower, also known simply as a Nernst lamp or Nernst filament, is a type of incandescent lamp or radiant heater based on the Nernst effect. It was invented by the German physicist and...

Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is an advanced imaging technique used in microscopy to obtain high-resolution, three-dimensional images of the surfaces of solid specimens. SEM achieves this by...

A microdisplay is a miniature electronic display technology that is designed to project visual information onto a small screen. Unlike traditional displays, microdisplays are typically very compact...

Noncontact inspection systems are advanced measurement and inspection technologies that evaluate the properties and dimensions of an object without physically touching it. These systems use various...

Optical coatings modify the reflectance, transmittance, and absorptive properties of optic substrates to make them much more efficient and functional. From an optical manufacturer's perspective,...

As the demand for fluorides and other high expansion materials increases, it is important to understand the risks/challenges involved with these materials and how they affect various factors such as...

To celebrate this milestone, we've created a video showcasing the journey to the new design. We invite everyone to #joinus and watch the video now! The new DayOptics image is a testament to our...

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The LaCroix name is synonymous with quality precision optics. Since 1947, three generations of family leadership have guided LaCroix Precision Optics to become the premier precision optics...

Teledyne DALSA is a part of Teledyne’s Vision Solutions group and a leader in the design, manufacture, and deployment of digital imaging components for machine vision. Teledyne DALSA image...

Baumer Group is a manufacturer of sensors, encoders, measuring instruments, and components for automated image processing. Baumer combines innovative technologies and customer-oriented service into...

When it comes to setting the standard for machine vision, Schneider Optics specializes in developing and producing high-performance lenses for film, cinema project lenses, along with industrial...