UV laser

Mar 16 | Tools And Technology

The Genesis CX355 -250 laser from Coherent, Inc. sets a new high-power benchmark for true-CW, ultraviolet, solid-state performance, delivering over 250 mW of TEM00 output.

Stacked array laser

Mar 16 | Tools And Technology

Intense Ltd. announced the 600W Mini stack, the newest member of the Hermes family of high power QCW stacked arrays. The 600W Mini Stack is an ultra compact 600W QCW stack with an emission area of less than 3 mm x 3 mm.

Optical subassembly

Mar 16 | Tools And Technology

VI Systems GmbH introduced the T40-850C transmitter optical subassembly (TOSA) and the R40-850 receiver optical subassembly (ROSA) for data rates of up to 40 Gbit/s.

High-speed NIR APD receivers

Mar 16 | Tools And Technology

Voxtel released an avalanche photodiode (APD) receiver with 1‐gigahertz bandwidth and a large 200‐μm‐diameter optical area.

Semiconductor manufacturing processes and laser displacement sensors

Mar 12 | Application Notes

In the past, laser displacement sensors have been used infrequently due to lack of speed, accuracy and flexibility. Recently, they have become more accurate, faster, and more flexible. Keyence discusses how they can be effectively integrated into semiconductor manufacturing.

Vertical cavity surface emitting laser driver

Mar 11 | Tools And Technology

VI Systems GmbH introduced the A25-120C VCSEL (vertical cavity surface emitting laser) driver integrated circuit for optical data transmission. This VCSEL driver chip is designed for the use in high speed optical transceivers with serial data rates of 25 Gbit/s and 28 Gbit/s.

Solid-state optically pumped semiconductor laser

Feb 3 | Tools And Technology

Coherent, Inc. has expanded their Sapphire family of compact CW visible lasers with the first 514 nm (green) offering based on the company’s OPSL technology. With a choice of four different output powers ranging from 20 to 100 milliwatts, these Sapphire 514 LP lasers provide a compact and reliable all-solid state alternative to legacy ion technology.

Multimode fibers provide accurate high power laser delivery

Jan 12 | Tools And Technology

Delivery of high power laser light in scientific, military, and industrial/commercial applications normally requires bulky, inconvenient, and often heavy articulated arms. For a more efficient approach to laser delivery, Fiberguide Industries offers its multimode, step-index optical fibers.

Stainless steel laser distance sensors

12/16/2009 | Tools And Technology

For use in harsh applications subjected to washdowns or caustic compounds, Baumer has introduced new IP69K-rated laser distance sensors featuring corrosion resistant stainless steel housings. Available in six different models, the OADR 20 sensors feature a PMMA front screen that is safe for use in food and beverage processing.  

Laser power sensors eliminate need for a stand alone meter

12/16/2009 | Tools And Technology

The new PowerMax USB/RS sensors from Coherent Inc. are laser power sensors that utilize microelectronics miniaturization techniques and integrate an entire instrument within a USB 2.0 or RS-232 cable connector. PowerMax USB/RS sensors have all the signal processing and power measurement electronics normally contained in a LabMax meter, and connects to a PC with plug and play functionality.  

Blogs

more

Much ado about next to nothing

Mar 15

The recent review of the past 10 years of the National Nanotechnology Initiative--as presented by the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology--suggested the rise of nanomanufacturing as the near future of nanotechnology. But the actual proposed funding reflects a cautious approach, even about nanotech in general.

Lunar tires, space MRSA, and resonating microfluidics

Mar 5

I typically attend the annual Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy each year in pursuit of specific coverage. This year, I sought out candidates for coverage in a vacuum technology article, and pulled together some instruments for a spectroscopy guide. But as busy as that kept me, it wasn’t all mass spectrometers and vacuum pumps on the show floor.  

Multimedia

more

NuGard Coating Ashburn Hill

Jan 7

NuGard First Response Protective Clothing are lightweight coveralls, jackets, and pants that provide protection from heat and flame while keeping the wearers body temperature constant.

Multi-Touch Music Maker

Jan 7

Professor David Wessel shows his multi-touch interface that uses computer technologies that allow him to experiment with fine controls to "caress" the instrument.