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Using Phononic Crystals to Create Dynamic Acoustic Tweezers

Acoustic tweezers are a powerful tool for contactless manipulation of particles and cells using acoustic radiation forces (ARF) generated by the transfer of acoustic wave momentum. They play an important role in display technology, biomedical sensors, imaging devices and diagnostic tools, etc.

4 May 2020

Picosun Provides ALD Technology for Several New Photonics Applications

Picosun Group, the leading supplier of AGILE ALD® (Atomic Layer Deposition) thin film coating solutions for global industries, reports several significant new sales to photonics applications.

From Picosun Oy 29 Apr 2020

Researchers Develop Light-Emitting Composite Material Based on Perovskite Nanocrystals

An international team of scientists that includes researchers from ITMO University has developed a new composite material based on perovskite nanocrystals for the purpose of creating miniature light sources with improved output capacity.

28 Apr 2020

New Metasurface Laser Produces High Purity Twisted Light

Researchers have demonstrated the world's first metasurface laser that produces "super-chiral light": light with ultra-high angular momentum. The light from this laser can be used as a type of "optical spanner" to or for encoding information in optical communications.

28 Apr 2020

New Design Could Improve Energy Efficiency of Optical Fiber Communications

Researchers say a new discovery on a U.S. Army project for optoelectronic devices could help make optical fiber communications more energy efficient.

23 Apr 2020

New Multi-Functional Luminescent Film can Visualize Near-Infrared Light

Infrared radiation, which is invisible yet highly utilizable, is used in various fields and for various purposes, such as for coronavirus detection (i.e. through thermal imaging cameras and biosensors).

9 Apr 2020

Unique Film-Based Photosensitizer for Efficient Singlet Oxygen Production

Photosensitized generation of singlet oxygen attracted a great deal of interest reaching applications in various fields owing to its high biological activity and strong oxidation, including organic synthesis, wastewater treatment, photodynamic therapy.

9 Apr 2020

ITMO Researchers Demonstrate New Platform for Developing Optical Transistors

Leading research groups in the field of nanophotonics are working toward developing optical transistors - key components for future optical computers. These devices will process information with photons instead of electrons, thus reducing the heat and increasing the operation speed.

9 Apr 2020

CEA-Leti Develops Tiny Photoacoustic-Spectroscopy System for Detecting Chemicals & Gases

Leti, an institute of CEA-Tech, has developed a photoacoustic spectroscopy technology for monitoring dangerous chemical emissions and traces of gas that could reduce the cost and the size these systems by a factor of 10 or more compared to existing tools.

From CEA-Leti 5 Feb 2020

Laser-Engraved Metal to Reduce Environmental Impact

Harnessing new photonics technology, a group of European scientists are currently developing a 1kw, ‘dot matrix’ ultrafast laser system that can carve flow-optimised metal or plastic surfaces capable of imitating the incredibly efficient skin from sharks.

4 Feb 2020

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

Using Phononic Crystals to Create Dynamic Acoustic Tweezers

Picosun Provides ALD Technology for Several New Photonics Applications

Researchers Develop Light-Emitting Composite Material Based on Perovskite Nanocrystals

New Metasurface Laser Produces High Purity Twisted Light

New Design Could Improve Energy Efficiency of Optical Fiber Communications

New Multi-Functional Luminescent Film can Visualize Near-Infrared Light

Unique Film-Based Photosensitizer for Efficient Singlet Oxygen Production

ITMO Researchers Demonstrate New Platform for Developing Optical Transistors

CEA-Leti Develops Tiny Photoacoustic-Spectroscopy System for Detecting Chemicals & Gases

Laser-Engraved Metal to Reduce Environmental Impact

From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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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?

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From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

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2YASA and Automobili Lamborghini Unveil Next-Generation High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology

3New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

4A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

53D-Printing of High-Performance Plain Carbon Steel

6A Self-Healing Plastic Ceramic Electrolyte for Lithium Metal Batteries

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