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NIST Method Improves the Measurement Accuracy of Spectrometers

Measurements of the intensity of light at different wavelengths can be made more accurately now, thanks to a new, simple method for correcting common instrument errors. The new method, developed by researchers at the Nat...

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 20 Jun 2005

Powerful Pumping Laser Diode Now Offers Passive Cooling

Osram Opto Semiconductors has developed an air-cooled version of the Sirilas laser diode for mobile applications that require less output and no water cooling. The module, impressive for its compact design, contains a la...

15 Jun 2005

Drilling Extremely Fine Holes

Spinnerets used in the textile industry are just one example of extremely fine holes in metal parts. Lasers are superior to mechanical methods of drilling such holes. At the LASER fair in Munich, scientists demonstrate h...

15 Jun 2005

Dye Breakthrough Allows Manufacture on Standard DVD-Recordable Disc Production Lines

A group of four manufacturers has announced successful development of a prototype of a HD DVD-R disc, the write-once next generation DVD disc, that can be easily produced at high volume on standard DVD-Recordable product...

10 Jun 2005

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Opens the Center for Future Energy Systems

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has marked the opening of the Center for Future Energy Systems, a New York State Center for Advanced Technology. The new $20 million research center, in partnership with Cornell Universit...

8 Jun 2005

Inexpensive Photovoltaics Made Possible

NanoHorizons has announced that it has received a notice of allowance from the US Patent Office for its innovative nanoscale photovoltaic cell design. NanoHorizons' design enables dramatic improvements in solar cell ...

8 Jun 2005

Innovative Hard Coating Technology Helps Create 100GB Blu-Ray Disc

TDK has developed a prototype recordable Blu-ray Disc with revolutionary 100GB capacity. By far the most advanced optical media ever developed, the prototype 100GB bare Blu-ray Disc doubles both the capacity and recordin...

7 Jun 2005

Panasonic Develops VCSEL Laser with World's Highest Data Transmission Rate

Panasonic has announced the development of the 850 nm AlGaAs/GaAs VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) capable of high speed 12.5 Gbps modulation at low operating current of 8 mA. This laser will be used for a ...

2 Jun 2005

Rensselaer Researchers Detail Potential for Smart Lighting in Science

“Smart” solid-state light sources now being developed not only have the potential to provide significant energy savings, but also offer new opportunities for applications that go well beyond the lighting prov...

31 May 2005

Stanford Linear Accelerator Center Reorganizes to Position Itself for Major Discoveries

On May 24, Jonathan Dorfan, director of the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC), announced a complete reorganization of the structure and senior management of the laboratory, which Stanford University has operated ...

27 May 2005

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Photonics News

NIST Method Improves the Measurement Accuracy of Spectrometers

Powerful Pumping Laser Diode Now Offers Passive Cooling

Drilling Extremely Fine Holes

Dye Breakthrough Allows Manufacture on Standard DVD-Recordable Disc Production Lines

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Opens the Center for Future Energy Systems

Inexpensive Photovoltaics Made Possible

Innovative Hard Coating Technology Helps Create 100GB Blu-Ray Disc

Panasonic Develops VCSEL Laser with World's Highest Data Transmission Rate

Rensselaer Researchers Detail Potential for Smart Lighting in Science

Stanford Linear Accelerator Center Reorganizes to Position Itself for Major Discoveries

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Photonics News

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

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