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In the vast realm of optical tools, few are as indispensable to professionals as the Neutral Density Filters. Whether it’s an astronomer seeking to reduce the brilliance of celestial bodies or an ...

In the vast realm of optoelectronics, avalanche photodiodes (APDs) stand out as pivotal components, bridging the chasm between photons and electronic signals. These sophisticated devices, while resembling ...

Dichroic mirrors serve a pivotal role in modern optics by offering precise control over light based on its wavelength. By selectively reflecting and transmitting specific wavelengths, they facilitate a ...

Introduction In this article we will discuss the evolution of mid-infrared beam delivery methods. Since their development in the 1950s, optical fibers have been fundamental to the world of modern ...

Introduction Piezoelectricity is a material’s ability to acquire electric charge in response to an applied mechanical stressor. The root “piezo–” is derived from the Greek word piezein, meaning “to ...

The Hubble Space Telescope has served as a space pioneer over the past three decades, but how has its successor, the James Webb Space Telescope, already furthered these astronomical advancements so much? ...

Flaw detection and rapid fatigue fracture Additive manufacturing (AM) techniques have gained popularity in a number of high-value industries due to their capacity to produce small batches of geometrically ...

How often do we think about the importance of optical fiber probes in biomedical applications? When we think of optical engineering applications in the medical field, we often think of lasers, MRI ...

Wire stripping said simply, is the removal of insulation covering electrically conducting wires. But what is the most efficient and cost-effective way to go about doing it? Laser Wire Strippers are a ...

Introduction In this article we will discuss the use of HWG and PIR fibers for CO2 and CO laser beam delivery. Since their invention over half a century ago, CO2 and CO lasers have attracted the attention ...