Photonics Media

??Photonics Spectra's Infrared Imaging Summit lands on April 16! Tune in for six exclusive presentations from industry experts at Oculus Photonics, InfraTec GmbH Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik, LightPath Technologies, Lattice Materials, Emberion, and VIGO Photonics, as they explore a full spectrum of infrared imaging innovations. Registration is free, and all presentations are available on demand following the premiere. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eE_g3CGA #Photonics #Imaging #VirtualEvents

???New Article! AI-Driven Vision Monitors Instant Noodle Quality in Production??? Did you know that over 100 billion servings of instant noodles are consumed annually? During the pandemic, demand surged by 10%! With such high demand and tight production timelines, maintaining consistent quality is crucial. Machine vision cameras can detect defects in instant noodles in mere milliseconds, ensuring that every serving is perfect. This Photonics Media article by Steve Zhu explores how a combination of image processing from Teledyne DALSA's Sherlock AI vision software and the Astrocyte AI training tool, along with images captured by Teledyne DALSA's Genie Nano and Linea camera systems, work in tandem to provide high-resolution imaging and real-time analysis, accomplishing accurate defect detection in noodle inspection. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ecBr_vEm

A compact, solid-state, nanosecond laser system capable of generating 193-nm coherent light — a wavelength crucial for the fabrication of silicon wafers — could greatly enhance the efficiency and precision of semiconductor lithography and open new paths to advanced manufacturing techniques. The advance comes from a team at the Aerospace Information Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and reportedly marks the first time that a 193-nm vortex beam has been produced with a solid-state laser: #Photonics #Lasers #Lithography

Tapping the Terahertz: Capturing Clues in Tissue Hydration Photonics Spectra | Jan/Feb 2025 Breakthroughs in terahertz system design are transforming the landscape of biomedical imaging – bringing once-theoretical concepts closer to real-world application. While clinical adoption is still on the horizon, the momentum is undeniable. “Not long ago, terahertz systems occupied entire optical tables,” recalls Anselm Deninger, Director of Technical Sales at TOPTICA Photonics. “They were impressive, but far from portable.” Today, compact and versatile setups are redefining what’s possible, with the promise of bedside diagnostics becoming a tangible goal. Curious how terahertz technology could unlock new insights in tissue hydration? Read Doug Farmer’s insightful article to explore how researchers like M. Hassan Arbab and Enrique Castro Camus contribute to this exciting shift in biomedical photonics. Link in the first comment. Image: The deconvolution of characteristics captured in tissue in the terahertz range. Courtesy of Hassan Arbab/Stony Brook University. #TeraHertz #Diabetes #Biomedical #Photonics

A consortium funded by the European Union (EU) is developing advanced high-resolution image sensing technology that could be used in various space missions, including Earth observation, planetary exploration, and scientific research. The three-year Technology for European iNdependence in Space Image Sensor (TENSIS) project will address the EU-based development of advanced CMOS imaging sensors. The project will aim to create a strategic, competitive advantage for European prime and equipment manufacturers and reduce the dependence on critical technologies and capabilities from outside the EU. #Photonics #Imaging #Sensors

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has invested €3.4 million to open a pilot line environment for medical devices. The investment into the line, to be located in Oulu, provides a state-of-the-art cleanroom and manufacturing equipment to help accelerate the market entry of innovative medical technologies: #Photonics #Components #BioChemical #Sensors

imec and ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology are deepening their collaboration to advance the NanoIC pilot line at imec, which will use state-of-the-art semiconductor technology and manufacturing expertise for sub-2nm R&D. The institute and company have agreed to extend the existing partnership, in place since 2019, until 2029: #Photonics #Optics #Semiconductors

NVIDIA's two switches project could open the door to a golden age of silicon photonics: #Silicon #Photonics

#Photonics Spectra Week in Brief: ??The?FAMES Pilot Line, a dedicated semiconductor workshop, has launched an open access call for organizations such as design houses, fabless companies, foundries, material and tool suppliers, universities, and research centers to submit user requests for access to the site. ??Semiconductor materials designer?SOITEC?has joined the?SEMI Silicon Photonics Industry Alliance, a group of more than 100 semiconductor industry partners. ??The?European Innovation Council?has awarded nine grants to quantum technology start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises. ?? Developer of industrial x-ray CT technology?Lumafield?has closed a $75 million series C funding round. Catch up on more news from the week here: https://lnkd.in/eAE-52Wa #Semiconductors #Quantum #Chips

What's inside the March / April BioPhotonics Magazine? 1?? Simplifying Flow Cytometry Through Panel Design 2?? Dynamic Light-Scattering Method Confirms Alzheimer’s Disease Study Results 3??Second Harmonic Generation Reveals System Structure 4?? Lack of Standards Limits Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Dig through all 60 pages of news, columns, and features here: https://lnkd.in/easH4DW7 #Photonics #Alzheimers #Microscopy