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Fiber-Coupled Photon Source Meets Compute's Demands
With the rise of quantum computers, the security of our existing communication systems is at risk. Quantum computers will be able to break many of the encryption methods used in current communication...
Freeforms Power Ultrathin 3D Display Architecture
Three-dimensional display technologies aim to provide 3D visualization with a wide viewing angle, high resolution, and expansive display volume. However, current displays fall short of this goal...
Ultrashort-Pulse Laser Shapes, Polishes in a Single Operation
Tools made from ceramic hard materials like drills, milling heads, rollers and even punch inserts are highly resistant to wear, but the tools used to manufacture them wear out rather quickly. A...
Waveguide Allows Multiple Nonlinear Functions on One Chip
For the first time, researchers have developed a programmable, nonlinear photonic waveguide that allows users to implement and switch between different nonlinear optical functions on a single device....
Computational Method Streamlines Spectral Imaging, Cuts Costs
The versatility and precision of hyperspectral imaging make it an indispensable tool in numerous scientific and industrial applications, from medical imaging to environmental monitoring to quality...
Implanted Waveguide Photodiode Promises Programmable Photonics
A silicon waveguide photodiode, designed by a team at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, addresses many of the challenges that affect existing on-chip power monitors for programmable...
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Working Group to Push AR Laser Displays Toward Commercialization
Current augmented reality (AR) display technologies largely rely on micro-LED technologies, but the recently established Laser Display for AR working group of the AR Alliance is looking to change...
Coherent Sells Unit Dedicated to Tools for Materials Processing to Bystronic
Coherent has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its product division that makes and sells tools for materials processing to Bystronic, a provider of sheet metal processing technology....
Optica Adds to Leadership, Board
Optica has added four members to its board of directors. Alexander Gaeta of Columbia University was elected by Optica’s membership to serve as 2026 Optica Vice President. Thomas Brown of the...
Exail Tech to Feature in SOLiS Laser Communications Project
Exail will deliver advanced micro-optical modules and fiber-based amplification systems to Thales Alenia Space for integration into SOLiS, a very-high throughput space laser communications...
Excelitas to Acquire Luxium Solutions
Excelitas has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Luxium Solutions, a provider of high-performance materials, substrates, components, and assemblies, headquartered in Hiram, Ohio. The deal is...
SAXFUSION Initiative to Advance Germany’s Fusion Energy Road Map
The German State of Saxony is launching a competence network for future technologies in nuclear fusion. The aim is to advance fusion as a clean, safe, and base-load capable energy source, to build...
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MIR Continuous Zoom Lens
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3D Scan and Measurement System
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Ceramic Adhesives
Resbond 940LE and Resbond 940SS from Cotronics are fast-setting ceramic adhesives designed to solve all high-temperature bonding, sealing, or encapsulating applications with continuous use to 2800...
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Self-Tuning Transceivers
LambdaTune 25G from Vitex is a self-tuning DWDM SFP28 family comprising two models: the LambdaTune 25G DWDM LR15 (LR15) and the LambdaTune 25G DWDM ER30 (ER30). The LR15 supports distances up to 15...
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Portable 3D Laser Scanner
The ALTASCAN Pro handheld 3D scanner from Hexagon is for extended sessions with hot-swappable batteries and 2 h of wireless operation. The device is portable, weighing 1 kg, directly scanning parts...
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Planetary Gearboxes
Teknic’s planetary gearboxes come in a wide selection of frame sizes, gear ratios, output flanges, and body configurations to accommodate a range of motion control requirements. The gearboxes...
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Microscope Spectrophotometer
The 508PV microscope spectrophotometer from CRAIC Technologies is designed to add advanced spectroscopic measurement capabilities directly to optical microscopes; the 508PV transforms research-grade...
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Line-Scan SWIR Camera Series
The LiSaSWIR 2048 v2 from New Imaging Technologies (NIT) is a series of line-scan SWIR cameras. The cameras feature the NSC2301 sensor, which provides enhanced sensitivity, image quality, and system...
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Optical Quantum Clock
TOPTICLOCK from TOPTICA is an optical quantum clock based on a single laser-cooled, trapped ytterbium ion. TOPTICLOCK can be used in applications such as time scales and time services, network...
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Neutral Density Filters
NX Series neutral density filters from Midwest Optical Systems are for broadband light control across the visible, NIR, and SWIR spectrums. Developed for CMOS, indium gallium arsenide, and carbon...
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Optical Fiber Solution
The 100S from Fujikura Europe is a dual-fiber preparation system on a core alignment splicer. The alignment splicer features Fujikura’s active fusion control and active blade management...
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LPBF Metal 3D Printers
The Vulcan MX Series comprises laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printers for industrial-grade additive manufacturing. The lineup includes eight models, including the compact MX100 for...
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Wafer Processing Platform
Solstice Max from ClassOne Technology is a modular 300-mm single-wafer platform. The system combines electroplating, photoresist strip, and wet etch in a compact, scalable platform supporting both...
ClassOne Technology
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SWIR Hyperspectral Camera
The Specim SX25 is a SWIR hyperspectral camera for accurate chemical analysis and identification of materials. The camera can be used for coating layer inspection, mineral and ore classification,...
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Fiber Optic Thermometry Converter
The M-1200 from Advanced Energy Industries is a fiber optic thermometry converter. It has ultrafast EtherCAT communication and flexible probe configurations, and a compact form factor enables easy...
Advanced Energy Industries Inc.
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Linear Stage
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Mini Spectrometers
WS series mini spectrometers from Hamamatsu feature customizable spectral coverage and resolution in a compact, lightweight enclosure. The series includes the C16449MA-01 and the C16449MA-02; both...
Hamamatsu Corporation
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Compact Motorized Stage
The H100A XY stage from Prior Scientific is a compact motorized stage that features less than 2-μm bidirectional repeatability. It has a compact design with a 75 × 50 mm travel range for...
Prior Scientific Inc.
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Laboratory Raman Spectrometer
The i-Raman NxG from Metrohm is a laboratory Raman spectrometer for quality control measurements. The i-Raman NxG uses a fiber probe that can connect with various sampling accessories for the...
Metrohm USA Inc.
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Coaxial Cable Assembly Solution
The MWX0A5 microwave coaxial cable assembly solution from Junkosha is capable of transmitting from distributed current to 250 GHz. The 0.5-mm connector cable is designed for probe stations and...
Junkosha Inc.
In-Phase/Quadrature Modulators
110-GHz IQ packaged modulators are available in both standard and low-Vπ versions through Hyperlight's thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) chiplet platform. Providing 125-GHz operational bandwidth,...
Hyperlight Corp.
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3D Vision Detection System
SICK’s Visionary AI-Assist is for people detection, outdoor collision avoidance, and monitoring. It combines 2D and 3D image processing with an integrated AI chip in a single device. It can...
SICK Ltd.
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2D VCSEL and Photodiode Arrays
Coherent’s 2D VCSEL and photodiode arrays feature a high-density 2D array architecture that enables copper link replacement and an optimal degree of parallelism. The arrays are designed to...
Coherent Corp.
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Integrated Imaging Colorimeters
LumiTop imaging colorimeters from Radiant Vision Systems and Instrument Systems feature integrated spectrometers for complete color measurement in one solution. The LumiTop 3-in-1 concept comprises a...
Radiant Vision Systems, Test & Measurement
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Semiconductor Test Instrument
UltraPHY 224G for UltraFLEXplus from Teradyne is a comprehensive physical performance testing instrument. The UltraPHY 224G is designed for the UltraFLEXplus and uses Teradyne’s IG-XL software...
Teradyne Inc.
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Multi-Site Die-Level Tester
The DLT-D1 from ficonTEC is a high-throughput, multi-site parallel test handler for double-sided compact optical engines. The system supports distributed current parametric measurements and full...
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