Optics and photonics society SPIE has chosen Schott as the winner of its latest “Catalyst Award”, after the Germany-headquartered glass giant showed it is possible to make optical-grade glass with ...

For centuries, optical illusion puzzles have fascinated and mystified us, playing clever tricks on how we perceive the world. These captivating images aren’t just fun—they offer a glimpse into ...

The small optical observation satellite ONGLAISAT took 2.5-metre resolution images after being released to orbit about 400 km above the Earth in December, the company said. "The pictures are as ...

Known for pushing the boundaries of zoom capabilities, the P1100 retains the impressive 125x optical zoom that made its predecessor stand out, but Nikon has added a few new features to make the ...

We review basic principles of modern optical magnetometers ... Whereas collisions with bare glass are generally completely depolarizing for alkali atoms, high-quality coatings can allow more ...

Jan. 30, 2025 — Researchers developed a new optical system that uses holograms to encode information, creating a level of encryption that traditional methods cannot ... Optical Fiber Sensor ...

When the German computer pioneer Konrad Zuse built the world’s first programmable computer in war time Berlin, it performed floating point arithmetic at a clock speed of between 5 and 10 Hz. The ...

If you buy through a BGR link, we may earn an affiliate commission, helping support our expert product labs. The computing world is on the cusp of a transformative leap forward, as researchers at ...

These optical clocks are still being assessed, but already now, some are 100 times more accurate than cesium clocks. They will therefore become the future basis for the worldwide definition of the ...

Optic neuritis (ON) is an inflammation that damages your optic nerve. It can cause vision loss and pain when you move your eyes. As the inflammation goes away, your symptoms usually get better ...

Optical illusions are more than just captivating images that trick the eye—they are windows into how our minds perceive the world around us. These intriguing visuals, often designed to confuse ...