Features
There are stringent requirements when designing sensors for autonomous vehicles. Jessica Rowbury reports
The European Extremely Large Telescope project is well underway, and is stretching the capabilities of the optical industry, as Matthew Dale discovers
Andrew Williams finds that optical technologies are now recognised as critical tools in the ongoing quest to test and identify contaminants in alcohol, and tackle problems related to the trade in counterfeit drinks
Plants are being stimulated to grow or ripen with targeted LED light, which can be monitored by fast and small spectrometers, as Matthew Dale discovers
The development of optical coatings for use beyond Earth is driving innovation, Andrew Williams finds
Photonics systems are essential for making sure cosmetics are safe and effective, Jessica Rowbury finds
Jessica Rowbury looks at how lens manufacturers are dealing with ever increasing image sensor resolutions
Matthew Dale explores how UAVs mounted with various photonics technologies are being used to explore hazardous environments
Gemma Church looks at how software is helping to advance the design of various technologies such as OLEDs and displays
Matthew Dale discovers what medical laser users are looking for to ensure safety in their clinics
Companies and researchers are finding new ways of integrating solar
technology into urban environments, such as in windows and on roads.
Gemma Church reports
Jessica Rowbury looks at the challenges of bringing spectroscopy to the consumer market, and whether we’re likely to see them being used by the
public in the near future