Ceramic phosphor converters
Schott has developed two inorganic ceramic phosphor materials that are temperature-stable, heat-conductive, and energy-efficient
Schott has developed two inorganic ceramic phosphor materials that are temperature-stable, heat-conductive, and energy-efficient
Acton Optics & Coatings has introduced two new broadband coatings that provide UV reflectivity while maintaining high reflectance up to the mid-IR wavelength range
Reynard Corporation, a leading global supplier of optical components and thin film coatings, has now made available custom optical heated windows that utilize conductive materials. Heated windows are the most cost effective way to keep imaging planes or
Edmund Optics has introduced new laser crystals. Nd:YAG laser crystals feature high optical homogeneity, high laser damage thresholds, processing accuracy and good stability
CDA has extended its integration capability through the manufacture of double-sided structures in plastic
Deposition Sciences, manufacturer of thin film optical coatings, has announced an enhanced capability to apply highly specialised, durable coatings onto extremely complex shapes and multifaceted surfaces
Element Six has released a single crystal CVD (Chemical Vapour Deposition) diamond suitable for demanding optical applications.
Heraeus Quarzglas has released Suprasil Standard Commercial Grade (CG), which is an inexpensive variety of high-quality synthetic quartz glass for standard UV optics
BFi OPTiLAS has released a range of Nd:YAG rods.
RSP Technology has developed a line of aluminium alloys for optical applications, including mirrors, moulds and mounts.
The XR industry might be going through tough times right now, but photonics innovators continue to drive the hardware forward, finds Benjamin Skuse
Photonics is proving key to recent advances being made in quantum technologies, finds Susan Curtis
At SPIE AR | VR | MR in San Francisco, Matthew Dale learnt that reflective waveguides are now poised to enter consumer technologies
Quantum executives cited everything from staff shortages and production scaling to a need for new laser technologies, smaller optics, more industry investment and clearer commercial use cases
Shining a light on the latest laser filters and related products on the market.
A look at the commercial offerings of the main players in optical prism technology and equipment.
Daniel Bukaty, President of PG&O, on how a more flexible approach to material selection could protect optics manufacturing lead times against material shortages