Shining a Light on Beam Characterization Tools

Naval electronics engineer Daniel King prepares alignment of various optical components using eye-safe visible lasers.

Beam characterization, the process of measuring and analyzing the properties of a light beam, is fundamental in various industries and scientific fields. Understanding a light beam’s intensity, profile, wavelength, polarization, and other attributes is crucial for optimizing optical systems, ensuring…

What Cameras are Used in Microscopes?

Female scientist using camera microscope

Microscopy, the art of magnifying the invisible, has unlocked countless mysteries in the world of science and medicine. Behind the fascinating images of cells, tissues, and microorganisms lies an array of cameras specifically designed to capture these minute details.