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Worldwide Optical Coatings Market Expected to Show Steady Growth

Following a period of decline due to the economic downturn, the optical coatings market is forecast to witness steady growth over the coming years as economic conditions improve. Growth in the market is expected to be...

21 Sep 2010

TU Vienna Team Produces Rotating Electron Beams to Analyse Nanomaterials

Prof. Schattschneider from Vienna University of Technology (TU Vienna), together with colleagues from Belgium, is developing a method of producing rotating electron beams and is publishing the technology in the scientific journal "Nature".

17 Sep 2010

Albemarle Invests in New Metallocene Polyolefins Catalyst Production Plant

Albemarle Corporation announced today that it has begun its largest capital investment in the fast growing Asia Pacific region of Yeosu, South Korea.

15 Sep 2010

OSA Publishes New Issue on Thin-Film PV Devices and Materials

Developing renewable energy sources has never been more important, and solar photovoltaic (PV) technologies show great potential in this field. They convert direct sunlight into electricity with little impact on the e...

14 Sep 2010

$Electron Diffraction Used to Study Photoswitchable Molecules$

Electron Diffraction Used to Study Photoswitchable Molecules

In order to tailor photoswitchable molecules for different applications, it is necessary to have a comprehensive understanding of the underlying reaction mechanisms. A team led by Nobel Laureate Ahmed Zewail at Caltech reports in the journal Angewandte Chemie about their use of electron diffraction studies to observe a photoswitchable molecule.

From John Wiley and Sons - Scientific Publishers 10 Sep 2010

New Book Reviews Materials and Design Aspects of Optical Switches

Optical Switches: Materials and Design from Woodhead Publishing comprehensively reviews this commercially significant area of research and addresses the different technologies which can be applied to switching optical signals.

5 Sep 2010

First Primary Mirror Segment of James Webb Space Telescope Completes Gold Coating Process

A primary mirror segment of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has completed the final step in the manufacturing process. It is the first of the telescope's primary mirror segments to achieve this milestone. Northrop Grumman Corporation is leading the telescope's design and development effort for the space agency's Goddard Space Flight Center.

2 Sep 2010

John Wiley’s New Report on Metal-Containing Polymers

Research and Markets has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new report "Macromolecules Containing Metal and Metal-Like Elements, Volume 10, Photophysics and Photochemistry of Metal-Containing Polymers" t...

27 Aug 2010

New Optoelectronic Material Finds Major Application in Biosensors

European researchers have combined computer modelling of quantum mechanics and precision fabrication processes to create novel transparent conductive oxides made to order for a wide range of scientific and consumer applications.

27 Aug 2010

Nanoparticle Aggregation Create Problems in Sputter Deposition Process

When you tear open a bag of potato chips or pop in a DVD, you're probably putting your hand on sputter deposition. No, don't run for the soap.

26 Aug 2010

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

Worldwide Optical Coatings Market Expected to Show Steady Growth

TU Vienna Team Produces Rotating Electron Beams to Analyse Nanomaterials

Albemarle Invests in New Metallocene Polyolefins Catalyst Production Plant

OSA Publishes New Issue on Thin-Film PV Devices and Materials

Electron Diffraction Used to Study Photoswitchable Molecules

New Book Reviews Materials and Design Aspects of Optical Switches

First Primary Mirror Segment of James Webb Space Telescope Completes Gold Coating Process

John Wiley’s New Report on Metal-Containing Polymers

New Optoelectronic Material Finds Major Application in Biosensors

Nanoparticle Aggregation Create Problems in Sputter Deposition Process

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

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3YASA and Automobili Lamborghini Unveil Next-Generation High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology

4The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6Development and Evaluation of P-PPD for Enhanced Crude Oil Flow and Hydrate Mitigation

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