Biophotonic Sensors Biophotonic sensors and systems are optical devices that can provide point-of-care diagnostics for medical practitioners and health researchers. They enable researchers to detect, sense, identify, and understand biological systems at the cellular/sub-cellular level, giving them a new understanding of biological processes, conditions, and molecular changes. Biophotonics is a rapidly growing field, and optical […]
Mastering Imaging Essentials: A Guide to Field of View, Resolution, and More Understanding the fundamental concepts of imaging is essential for anyone involved in photography, microscopy, or any field that relies on optical instruments. These terms serve as the building blocks upon which more complex ideas are constructed. Field of view (FOV), working distance (WD), […]
Optical Design for Precision 3D Imaging No longer do we record the world in two dimensions: 3D scanning technology has taken the world by storm. Whether you’re designing avatars in popular culture, using LIDAR sensors for autonomous driving, or controlling robots with 3d sensors that observe their environment in real-time, you’re taking advantage of advances […]
Key Takeaways: Oblique illumination technology optimizes the contrast, improving visual resolution and highlighting subtle cellular changes. Integration of AI algorithms enhances image processing efficiency and enables real-time monitoring of dynamic cellular changes. Big data analytics provide comprehensive insights into cell behavior, aiding in disease understanding and treatment strategies. The fusion of AI algorithms and big […]
Key Takeaways Total Internal Reflection (TIR) is a physics phenomenon where light transitions from a denser to a less dense medium, causing it to reflect back into the denser medium at a specific angle called the critical angle. This occurs when the angle of incidence exceeds the critical angle, resulting in total internal reflection rather […]
Key Takeaways: Light, spanning 400nm to 700nm, is vital for vision, traveling at 3 X 10^8 m/s. Optics studies light-matter interactions, including reflection and refraction. Reflection follows the law of equal angles, while refraction obeys Snell’s Law. Total Internal Reflection occurs beyond a critical angle, reflecting light entirely. Understanding light and optics has broad applications […]
Key Takeaways: Spherical mirrors come in two types – concave and convex, with distinct curvatures that affect how light rays behave. Understanding terms like center of curvature, pole, and focal length is crucial for grasping the behavior of spherical mirrors. The mirror equation simplifies how images are formed, making it easier to understand and apply […]
Key Takeaways: Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) use photons instead of electrons for faster and more efficient data processing. PICs find applications in various fields including communication, biosensing, and quantum computing, promising significant advancements in these areas. While PICs offer advantages, challenges like higher costs and limited availability still exist, yet ongoing development could lead to […]
Product Highlights: Aspheric lenses correct spherical aberration, improving image quality. They feature varying curvature, unlike spherical lenses and spherical elements enhancing, enhancing precision. Manufacturing methods include precision glass molding, precision polishing, and diamond turning, each with unique benefits and limitations. Material selection depends on application needs and manufacturing process compatibility. Avantier offers […]
Key Takeaways FLIM Advances Diagnostics: FLIM offers precise views of living cells and proteins, aiding diagnoses and enhancing understanding of diseases like cancer. TCSPC Measures Fluorescence Lifetimes: TCSPC captures differences in fluorescence lifetime, enabling picosecond-level measurements crucial for medical imaging. FRET Enhances Protein Studies: FRET microscopy, combined with FLIM, provides detailed insights into protein interactions, […]
