https://www.laserfocusworld.com/ Laser Focus World covers photonic and optoelectronic technologies and applications for engineers, researchers, scientists, and technical professionals. EN https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55268533/jenoptik-optical-systems-llc-in-memoriam-jay-kumler-photonics-industry-expert https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55268533/jenoptik-optical-systems-llc-in-memoriam-jay-kumler-photonics-industry-expert Kumler, who served as president of Jenoptik North America and Jenoptik Optical Systems, passed away on February 10, 2025. 17 Feb 2025 18:13:19 GMT Optics (Photo credit: Jenoptik Optical Systems LLC) Jay Kumler (February 1, 1964 - February 10, 2025). https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/video/55268078/lantana-world-smallest-in-its-class https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/video/55268078/lantana-world-smallest-in-its-class QD Laser, Inc. (Japan) proudly introduces “Lantana,” the world’s smallest all-in-one compact visible laser (532, 561, 594 nm) with a built-in driver in its class. Its high-quality elliptical beam is perfect for flow cytometry applications. 17 Feb 2025 06:33:00 GMT https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/video/55268076/the-drive-to-higher-power-lasers https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/video/55268076/the-drive-to-higher-power-lasers The drive for higher power lasers in directed energy and production keeps Ophir at the forefront of innovation with measurement systems that deliver accurate and reliable measurements for high-power, ultra-high power, and very-high power lasers. 17 Feb 2025 06:30:00 GMT https://www.laserfocusworld.com/podcasts/article/55268169/one-year-in-laser-focus-worlds-top-5-podcast-episodes https://www.laserfocusworld.com/podcasts/article/55268169/one-year-in-laser-focus-worlds-top-5-podcast-episodes We wrapped our first year of Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast; here are the episodes that were most popular with listeners. 14 Feb 2025 18:39:46 GMT Podcasts Adobe Express stock image https://www.laserfocusworld.com/laser-processing/article/55267456/laser-institute-of-america-in-memoriam-nathaniel-quick-laser-processing-pioneer https://www.laserfocusworld.com/laser-processing/article/55267456/laser-institute-of-america-in-memoriam-nathaniel-quick-laser-processing-pioneer Dr. Nathaniel R. Quick, who most recently served as the Laser Institute's executive director, passed away February 4, 2025. 12 Feb 2025 13:55:17 GMT Laser Processing Dr. Nathaniel R. Quick (April 20, 1949 – February 4, 2025). https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55266206/early-stage-european-deals-dominate-photonics-funding-for-january https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55266206/early-stage-european-deals-dominate-photonics-funding-for-january Overall activity was quiet to start 2025. 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT Executive Forum ID 343532012 © Paradee Paradee | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55266031/photonics-ip-update-january-2025 https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55266031/photonics-ip-update-january-2025 This roundup summarizes photonics-related patent litigation and Patent Office procedures for January. 05 Feb 2025 18:57:50 GMT imcintyre@carlsoncaspers.com (Iain McIntyre) Executive Forum ID 23208319 © Fernando Gregory | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55264736/17th-annual-prism-awards-honor-best-optics-and-photonics-products https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55264736/17th-annual-prism-awards-honor-best-optics-and-photonics-products This year's awards recognized innovations in lasers, biomedical, quantum tech, sensors, and cameras and imaging. 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT Executive Forum (Image credit: SPIE) SPIE celebrates the top-rated new optics and photonics products with the 2025 industry-focused Prism Awards. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55264315/spie-the-intl-society-for-optics-photonics-spie-names-2025-startup-challenge-winners https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55264315/spie-the-intl-society-for-optics-photonics-spie-names-2025-startup-challenge-winners The SPIE Startup Challenge, held every year at SPIE Photonics West, showcases new businesses, products, and technologies that address critical needs by using photonics in the areas of healthcare and deep tech. 29 Jan 2025 16:42:00 GMT Executive Forum (Photo credit: SPIE) Jenoptik’s Ralf Kuschnereit, Max-IR Lab's Trey Daunis, and 2025 SPIE President Peter de Groot. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/article/55262416/spie-the-intl-society-for-optics-photonics-preview-spie-photonics-west-2025-exhibitor-products https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/article/55262416/spie-the-intl-society-for-optics-photonics-preview-spie-photonics-west-2025-exhibitor-products Gear up for the SPIE Photonics West 2025 exhibition with this exhibit floor offerings snapshot. 24 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT (Photo credit: SPIE) SPIE Photonics West welcomes the optics and photonics community to San Francisco's Moscone Center. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55261740/germanium-and-gallium-supply-chain-disruption-escalates-for-us https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55261740/germanium-and-gallium-supply-chain-disruption-escalates-for-us China bans exports of gallium and germanium, critical materials for optics and photonics, to the U.S. 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT sallyj@endeavorb2b.com (Sally Cole Johnson) Optics (Image credit: USGS) Estimated net decrease in U.S. gross domestic product at different levels of restrictions of China's net exports of gallium (a) or germanium (b) by industry. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/blogs/article/55261576/is-structured-innovation-an-oxymoron https://www.laserfocusworld.com/blogs/article/55261576/is-structured-innovation-an-oxymoron Inventing, for most, is not a mystic process, and the use and understanding of tools to structure and guide the invention process can be highly beneficial. 16 Jan 2025 19:05:14 GMT fred.thomas@hp.com (Fred Thomas) Commentary (Retrieved from ALLNUMIS.com Public Domain) “Tesla with AC Motor” early 20th-century postcard. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55259997/geckos-inspire-gripping-systems https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55259997/geckos-inspire-gripping-systems Marc Schöneich, CEO and co-founder of INNOCISE, discusses his career path, business mindset, and shares advice for up-and-coming entrepreneurs. 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT jpozo@optica.org (Jose Pozo) Executive Forum (Image credit: INNOCISE) INNOCISE's gripper technology features special polymers that can be integrated into different automation units with varying handling needs in both micro- and macro-handling. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55253111/venture-funding-finishes-2024-with-familiar-themes https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55253111/venture-funding-finishes-2024-with-familiar-themes Investments continue in optical interconnects and quantum computing. 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT Executive Forum ID 198488032 © Mohamad Faizal Ramli | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55253034/photonics-ip-update-december-2024 https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55253034/photonics-ip-update-december-2024 This roundup summarizes photonics-related patent litigation and Patent Office procedures for December. 06 Jan 2025 16:05:24 GMT imcintyre@carlsoncaspers.com (Iain McIntyre) Executive Forum ID 36329817 © Flynt | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/article/55250633/2024-in-review-laser-focus-worlds-top-10-most-read-stories https://www.laserfocusworld.com/home/article/55250633/2024-in-review-laser-focus-worlds-top-10-most-read-stories Here's a look back at the 10 most-popular articles we published in 2024. 24 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT ID 340815051 © Edgars Sermulis | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/quantum/article/55248997/quantum-resilient-edge-computing-a-blueprint-for-a-decentralized-sustainable-future https://www.laserfocusworld.com/quantum/article/55248997/quantum-resilient-edge-computing-a-blueprint-for-a-decentralized-sustainable-future Balancing quantum resilience with eco-consciousness, Vogon Cloud is designed for a future where technology and sustainability go hand in hand. 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT Quantum ID 251924238 © Arnon Thaneepoon | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247881/lionix-bv-growth-in-turbulent-times-lionix-focuses-on-continuous-improvement https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247881/lionix-bv-growth-in-turbulent-times-lionix-focuses-on-continuous-improvement Pointing out areas in which we can improve is never easy, but Arne Leinse, CEO of LioniX International, always searches for areas of improvement in his work. 13 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT jpozo@optica.org (Jose Pozo) Executive Forum (Image credit: PHIX) Integrated photonic module for space applications resulted from a collaboration within the Dutch photonics ecosystem. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/fiber-optics/article/55246935/quantum-corridor-expands-quantum-comms-network-plans https://www.laserfocusworld.com/fiber-optics/article/55246935/quantum-corridor-expands-quantum-comms-network-plans In this Q&A with Quantum Corridor’s CEO Thomas P. Dakich, he shares what it’s like to launch a quantum network, challenges involved, how the project’s goals quickly expanded, and what’s next. 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT Fiber Optics Digital Crossroads Data Center in Hammond, Indiana. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55248347/optica-can-photonics-bolster-europes-tech-roster https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55248347/optica-can-photonics-bolster-europes-tech-roster Europe has the opportunity to leverage photonics solutions to propel the tech industry forward. 09 Dec 2024 16:35:31 GMT jpozo@optica.org (Jose Pozo) Executive Forum ID 75890700 © Verdateo | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247653/diverse-industries-represented-in-november-venture-deals https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247653/diverse-industries-represented-in-november-venture-deals Although no larger deals, photonics shows its breadth in handful of early stage fundings. 05 Dec 2024 14:53:40 GMT Executive Forum ID 348107948 © Andrii Yalanskyi | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247125/photonics-ip-update-november-2024 https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55247125/photonics-ip-update-november-2024 This roundup summarizes photonics-related patent litigation and Patent Office procedures for November. 03 Dec 2024 19:05:12 GMT imcintyre@carlsoncaspers.com (Iain McIntyre) Executive Forum ID 329417493 © Jittawit Tachakanjanapong | Dreamstime.com https://www.laserfocusworld.com/quantum/article/55243953/ibm-envisions-classical-and-quantum-computing-blend-for-quantum-centric-supercomputing https://www.laserfocusworld.com/quantum/article/55243953/ibm-envisions-classical-and-quantum-computing-blend-for-quantum-centric-supercomputing In a Q&A with IBM Distinguished Research Scientist and Quantum Engine Lead Blake Johnson, he brings us up to speed on their latest quantum utility advances, unpacks Heron/Qiskit, challenges blending classical and quantum computing, and shares what they’re working on now. 29 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT Quantum (Image credit: Ryan Lavine for IBM) IBM Quantum Heron r2 is the second gen (r2) of IBM Heron processors. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55245085/meet-cailabs-jean-francois-morizur https://www.laserfocusworld.com/executive-forum/article/55245085/meet-cailabs-jean-francois-morizur Jean-François Morizur, CEO and cofounder of Cailabs, shares how he’s made a career out of believing in discoveries he made. 21 Nov 2024 15:09:54 GMT jpozo@optica.org (Jose Pozo) Executive Forum (Image credit: Cailabs) The aerospace industry is a significant growth area for Cailabs. https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55244256/photonic-time-crystals-breakthrough https://www.laserfocusworld.com/optics/article/55244256/photonic-time-crystals-breakthrough A breakthrough in photonic time crystals may end up reshaping the way light is used and controlled—good news for future lasers, nanosensors, and optical computing. 21 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT sallyj@endeavorb2b.com (Sally Cole Johnson) Optics (Image credit: Xuchen Wang/Aalto University) “This work could lead to the first experimental realization of photonic time crystals, propelling them into practical applications and potentially transforming industries," says Professor Viktar Asadchy from Aalto University, Finland.