Specialised Imaging
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Large bandwidth from a tiny device
Microresonator-based optical frequency comb generators convert a continuous-wave laser into an octave-spanning spectrum covering a wavelength range of 1–2μm.
Advances in adaptive imaging
Active optical devices, such as spatial light modulators, variable focal length lenses, and deformable mirrors, are providing new capabilities in imaging systems for defense and security applications.
John Pendry video: the birth and promise of metamaterials
The pioneer of the metamaterials field talks about its potential across the electromagnetic spectrum and beyond.
Optical multiplexer lightswitch
CRAIC Technologies
Telescopes, stars, and cells: adaptive optics microscopy
A technology derived from astronomy holds promise for imaging live deep tissue at the resolution of single cells.
Ultra high precision etalons
Optical Surfaces Ltd
Artificial intelligence optimizes ambient vibration energy harvesting
Mechanical-electronics systems designed to convert ambient vibrations into electrical energy could, once optimized, power portable electronic devices.