PHOTONICS: The technology of generating and harnessing light and other forms of radiant
energy whose quantum unit is the photon. The range of applications of photonics extends
from energy generation to detection to communications and information processing.
Volume 43 Issue 3
FEATURES
49 | NEW SOLUTIONS FOR WORKING WITH SOLUTIONS
by Lynn Savage, Features Editor
Looking at molecules in their liquid surroundings
53 | FOR MICROSCOPES, A NEW WAY IS AT HAND
by Hank Hogan, Contributing Editor
Handheld microscopes could put more focus on inspection
58 | LOOKING TO ATTRACT VENTURE CAPITAL?
by Laura S. Marshall, Features Editor
Green is where it’s at
60 | HEAT & MOTION DUKE IT OUT
by Thomas Bartholomäus and Beda Espinoza, Newport Corp.
Temperature changes hold the key to precision positioning.
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63 | OPTICAL FIBER MARKET KEEPS PLUGGING AWAY DESPITE RECESSION
by David L. Shenkenberg, Features Editor
Optical fiber equipment pushes past cost, regulation and competition
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