Investment is making lidar more accessible and cost-effective for the autonomous driving sector
Keely Portway delves into some of the latest lidar developments for self-driving vehicles, and how these are proving beneficial in other applications
Andy Extance finds out how the SPEXS project is looking to extend single photon counting further into the infrared
This whitepaper details the use of differential optical absorption spectroscopy (DOAS) for monitoring complex emission spectra easily and cost-effectively
A diode-pumped alexandrite laser reduces the size and energy requirement of lidar systems by a factor of 100. Credit: Fraunhofer ILT
A new lidar system with a diode-pumped alexandrite laser will soon enable research into the Earth's upper atmosphere 40km above ground
Tematys partner Benoît d’Humières discusses photonics’ environmental potential using findings from a recent sustainability report
Jessica Rowbury reports on the importance of technical light applications in meeting the targets of the Paris Agreement
An Earth observation satellite containing a hyperspectral imager has been launched into Space in a five-year programme spearheaded by the Italian Space Agency
Having to endure unpleasant air turbulence on flights could be a thing of the past, thanks to long range lidar technology being developed by Boeing and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
Chinese researchers have developed a Doppler lidar system that could lead to better anticipation of hurricane formation and movement, enabling earlier evacuation warnings
Fluorescence spectroscopy has been used to characterise natural organic matter (NOM) in water. Excitation-Emission maps reveal the nature and concentration of NOM in river water and can be used as a routine analysis technique in water treatment facilities.
