Schott has developed two inorganic ceramic phosphor materials that are temperature-stable, heat-conductive, and energy-efficient
Acktar is a world technology leader in the development, industrialization and production of black light absorbing coatings which deliver unique performance. This performance is not available elsewhere and is important in many applications.
These proprietary coatings are based on vacuum deposition technologies, are ecologically clean, and in many cases replace traditional processes which are sources of pollutants and toxic substances.
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.
David Giltner, founder of TurningScience, discusses whether these two seemingly different career paths can successfully overlap
Matthew Dale reports on the association’s yearly event, where the importance of diversity, photonics funding and investment were to the fore
Géraldine Andrieux, at Blumorpho, shares her top tips on getting investors’ attention as a startup
Scientists have developed a lensless, infrared spectral-imaging system for medical diagnostics
A metaform is a new optical component that can combine with freeform optics to enable compact AR/VR headsets and eyewear. (Image: University of Rochester illustration/Michael Osadciw)
Researchers have combined freeform optics and a metasurface to deliver high-quality AR/VR glasses that are compact and easy to wear
