Monthly Archives: June 2025
Enhanced Vision for Defense & Security
When every instant is vital, the Nocturn delivers unparalleled low-light imaging for mission-critical operations. The Nocturn Series of low-light camera cores are ruggedized, passive imaging cores that feature high-definition resolution, high sensitivity, and high dynamic range with low power consumption. Powered by the Photonis Lynx CMOS sensor or the SmartColor imaging sensor, the Nocturn Series … Continue reading
High-Efficiency Nd:Ce:YAG Laser Crystal
Nd:Ce:YAG is a highly efficient laser material that has found widespread application across medical, industry and scientific research fields. As a co-doped crystal, Nd:Ce:YAG incorporates cerium as a sensitizer for Nd3+ ions. Cerium’s strong ultraviolet absorption under flashlamp-pumping significantly enhances the excitation of Nd3+ ions, resulting in improved energy transfer and overall laser performance. This co-doping strategy leads … Continue reading
Unlock Precision with Two-Color Detectors from GPD
Looking for accurate, high-speed, non-contact temperature sensing in extreme environments? Two-color stacked detectors from GPD Optoelectronics offer dual-layer photodiode construction, using materials like Si, Ge, and InGaAs. These detectors are designed for sensing blackbody radiation and industrial temperature monitoring (pyrometry). These components are built for applications in metal processing plants, refractory operations, semiconductor fabs, and … Continue reading
The Role of Optical Filters in Machine Vision
What makes an optical filter effective in a machine vision system? Two key performance factors are out-of-band blocking and transmission efficiency. These directly influence image clarity, contrast, and accuracy during automated inspection. Chroma Technology’s filters are engineered to achieve steep slope transitions — from 90% to 1% transmission (or vice versa) within as little as … Continue reading
Article Features Holo/Or’s Custom Line-Shaping DOE
Did you know that laser heating can be used to selectively oxidize MoS2 films ? In a recent article, researchers from the USA and Taiwan have used a custom line-shaping module by Holo/Or to create a uniform illumination line on amorphous MoS2 films in an oxygen-rich environment. By modifying processing parameters, the researchers showed significant changes … Continue reading