Imaging at the Speed of Light
Researchers at the University of Rochester’s Institute of Optics developed a technique that uses lasers to render materials hydrophobic—extremely water repellent. (Photo above courtesy of…
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Uniblitz On-board the PICARD Satellite
Launched out of Yasny, Russia in June 2010, PICARD is a satellite designed to provide absolute measurements of the total solar irradiance (TSI) and spectral solar…
Optical Shutters: Asking the Right Questions Leads to the Best Shutter Design
The need for a shutter in an optical system sometimes becomes clear late in the development process. Answering some specific questions can help detect this…