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Real-time Profiling for Focusing, M2, Divergence & AlignmentBeam intensity profiling is an essential tool in many aspects of photonics. The precise intensity distribution in a focused laser beam is critical in many applications: flow cytometry, laser printing, medical lasers, and cutting lasers are just a...
1/14/2013
- DataRay Inc.
Advanced Light Cure AdhesiveBreakthroughs in adhesive technology enable light curing adhesives to cure under a visible light wavelength of 405 nanometers. Learn how these environmentally friendly adhesives can improve worker safety and lower production costs while offering a...
1/2/2013
- Master Bond Inc.
Pixel Size & SensitivityThe relationship between pixel size of an image sensor and its sensitivity is discussed in detail to illuminate the reality behind the myth that larger pixel image sensors are always more sensitive than small pixel sensors.
10/17/2012
- PCO-TECH Inc.
Dispersive 1064nm Raman Spectrometer FamilyOwing to technological improvements spurred on by the telecommunications boom of the last decade, Raman spectroscopy has become much more accessible to users in all fields. The combination of improved technology and the technique’s molecular...
10/10/2012
New Metrology Techniques for Advanced Thin-Film Optical FiltersThe performance of advanced thin films as demonstrated by Alluxa’s thin films are challenging even the best metrology equipment and techniques. In this paper we have described a number of simple techniques, such as reference beam attenuation,...
7/3/2012
- Alluxa
Durable, Front Surface Hard Optical Coatings for Replacing Laminated Soft CoatingsSoft coatings possess poor environmental durability, poor temperature stability and low transmission, high optical scatter, yet they are still used mostly due to low cost. Alluxa’s advanced high speed deposition technology has finally enabled hard...
7/3/2012
- Alluxa
UV Curing Adhesives ShineUV curable adhesives are among the most user friendly adhesive products on the market today—if you know how to apply them. Master Bond’s new white paper takes a closer look at the capabilities of UV curable formulations, the requirements for an...
3/2/2012
- Master Bond Inc.
New sCMOS Cameras vs. Current Microscopy CamerasSince the launch in late 2010 of imaging cameras that are based on a new 5.5 megapixel scientific CMOS (sCMOS) sensor, there has been much speculation about whether or not sCMOS will be seen as a technology replacement for interline CCD and electron...
7/13/2011
- Andor Technology
Super-resolution MicroscopyThis article provides an overview of some of the key developments in super-resolution microscopy -- the art of enhancing the diffraction-limited resolution of an optical microscope.
5/19/2011
- IDEX Health & Science - Semrock Optical Filters
Welding with High Power Diode LasersWhereas CO2 and fiber lasers have long been used for welding metal parts together, there are many cases where high-power diode lasers make much more sense. This paper provides an introduction to high-power diode laser technology and its use in...
9/20/2010
- Coherent Inc.
Heat Treating with High Power Diode LasersCO2 lasers have been used to case harden metal products for decades, but their low reliability and electical conversion efficiency makes them less than ideal for such heat treating tasks. High-powered laser diode lasers overcome the disadvantages of...
5/19/2010
- Coherent Inc.
The Benefits of Laser-Reflection Based Ultraprecision Active AlignmentAligning and centering lenses for cementing or positioning in an optical system poses different challenges depending on the final precision requirements and the methods used during alignment. This paper details the benefits of laser-reflection-based...
2/23/2010
- Opto-Alignment Technology Inc.
Cladding with High Power Diode LasersThis article provides an introduction to high-power diode laser technology and its use in cladding. In particular, it compares the capabilities and characteristics of diode lasers with traditional cladding methods as well as alternative laser...
2/23/2010
- Coherent Inc.
Asphere Metrology: Options for Measuring Aspheric LensesThis paper will outline the numerous metrology options for aspheres at Optimax, including how they work, any requirements, and what is specified with each method in an effort to help reasonably tolerance aspheres. Effects on the fabrication and cost...
1/19/2010
- Optimax Systems Inc.
Assembly Method Considerations for Cemented AssembliesThis paper will examine options in assembly methods of cemented lens assemblies, and techniques for communicating critical items will be presented. When cementing lenses together at Optimax, there are two main options for assembly methods, V-Block...
1/19/2010
- Optimax Systems Inc.
Considerations in Manufacturing Cemented AssembliesThis paper will examine options in construction of cemented lens assemblies, and considerations for mechanical mounting and cement selection will be offered.
1/19/2010
- Optimax Systems Inc.

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