Dr. Sidi Aboujja from SemiNex presents two technical talks on our latest SOA array and highly reliable Triple Junction for automotive LiDAR at SPIE DCS 2023. These talks capture the technological advancements and application insights so that LiDAR can achieve long range with low cost and small form factors. The abstracts of these talks are lis… Read More
Accurate OH measurements are a growing need in combustion research, but existing sensor architectures are challenging to make economic, compact, and robust. The need for robust OH sensors is amplified in the global effort to decarbonize combustion. Many species, such as CO and CO2, have robust, high-speed laser absorption sensors targeting their fundamental vibrational bands in the mid-infrared; however, certain species like OH do not have a favorable vibrational spectrum, complicating sensing in the mid… Read More
Historically, Helium-Neon (HeNe) lasers were often the first choice for precision instrumentation, measurement setups and some spectroscopy applications. It was invented in 1960 and technologically it was one of the first lasers with extraordinary good parameters. The mechanical and optical design is quite simple (apart from sophisticated glasswork to make the tube itself) but the gas lasing medium and overall construction provide some intrinsic advantages. But also a number of disadv… Read More
RPMC Lasers is proud to announce that one of our esteemed partners, SPECTROLIGHT, Inc., has been honored with the 2024 Optical & Photonics EDGE Award from Laser Focus World. Receiving this distinguished honor emphasizes their remarkable contributions to the field of photonics and highlights their unwavering commitment to innovation and superio… Read More
As Germany phases out nuclear power plants, the focus has shifted to alternative energy carriers, mainly hydrogen (H2) and ammonia (NH3), which can store energy generated by wind and solar power. While hydrogen shows promise, it is challenging to produce an… Read More
In the realm of spectral imaging, tunable lasers, with their ability to meticulously adjust their output wavelengths, serve as the cornerstone for various spectral imaging applications. From the delicate tissues of a biological specimen to the robust components of industrial machinery, tunable lasers play a key role in identifying the composition of materials and imaging intricate features. This versatility not only enhances the precision of imaging but also expands the horizons of scientific discovery and technological i… Read More
RPMC Lasers Inc, the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with SPECTROLIGHT Inc. (https://www.spectrolightinc.com/), allowing us to offer their ultra-broadband (410-2400nm), picosecond pulsed supercontinuum lasers and their broadband tunable laser system. SPECTROLIGHT specializes in Spectroscopic Application Technology (SAT), aiming to supply photonic tools with more functionality and superior reliability to enhance spectroscopy, hyperspectral imaging, wafer inspection, sensor calibration and other academic and industrial app… Read More
Driving a vehicle at night or during foggy conditions can be tricky and dangerous, where poor visibility can cause undue stress or even an accident. These conditions make it more difficult to see upcoming potential obstacles, especially if that obstacle is a deer in a field or a pedestrian in dark clothing at night. However, thanks to newer, more efficient, and cost-effective advancements, we could see more widespread deployment of LIDAR-based automotive detection and warning… Read More
With the discontinuation of the Coherent Helios laser, some people find themselves having to source a replacement laser before production is stalled. RPMC is here to help alleviate your frustration when trying to source a suitable replacement… Read More
RPMC Lasers Inc, the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with MegaWatt Lasers (https://www.megawattlasers.com/), allowing us to offer their ultra-low SWaP, 1.5 µm, Er:glass DPSS microlasers. MegaWatt Lasers specializes in “eye-safe” laser technology and provides solid-state laser consulting, R&D, and manufacturing capabilities. Their family of “eye-safe” 1535nm microlasers supports a variety of laser range finding, remote sensing, and laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy app… Read More
In this case study, we explore how Johan Petit, a research engineer at ONERA, overcame the challenges of material characterization in the mid-wave to long-wave infrared spectrum. Faced with budget constraints and the need for specific laser wavelengths, Johan turned to Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs) from mirSense. This cost-effective solution not only met his project requirements but also offered room temperature operation and compact, turnkey usability, proving QCLs to be an ideal laser source for such app… Read More
RPMC Lasers Inc, the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with Fluence Technology (https://fluence.technology/), allowing RPMC to offer their range of truly-all-fiber, ultrafast, femtosecond fiber lasers, oscillators, and ultra-short laser pulse characterization devices. Fluence Technology specializes in ultrafast fiber laser manufacturing, having developed a unique all-fiber technology that ensures unprecedented stability, environmental resilience, and maintenance-free operation for advanced micromachining, and many other demanding app… Read More
RPMC Lasers Inc, the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with Optogama (https://www.optogama.com) for their 1.54µm Er:glass nanosecond DPSS lasers. Optogama is an innovative technology company specializing in creating, developing, and producing custom and unique laser sources for laser range finding, LIBS, LiDAR, and many other app… Read More
RPMC Lasers, Inc., the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with SemiNex Corporation (https://seminex.com/), allowing us to offer their line of packaged indium phosphide (InP) laser diode modules from 1250nm to 1940nm. SemiNex Corporation designs and manufactures high-power semiconductor infrared laser diodes and optical amplifiers that deliver superior thermal and electrical efficiencies as well as industry-leading optical out… Read More
This white paper explores recent advancements in high-power laser diodes and their applications in various fields, including dentistry, photodynamic therapy, custom laser solutions, and space-qualified laser diode development. It discusses the characteristics and benefits of high-power laser diodes, examines their applications in dentistry, photodynamic therapy, and space exploration, and highlights RPMC Lasers’ role in providing tailored laser solutions for different i… Read More
RPMC Lasers Inc, the leading laser distributor in North America, is excited to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with Perspectiva Solutions (https://perspectivasolutions.com/), allowing us to now offer their line of HUARIS Laser Beam Profilers and AI-Powered Cloud Service. Perspectiva has focused on the development of reliable and scalable business solutions for any industry. They combine their extensive industry expertise and passion to deliver custom solutions and products that perfectly fit the needs of your company. Perspectiva Solutions also produces their own laser diagnostics related products under the brand name HUARIS. RPMC will now offer their 1 MP and 5 MP laser beam profilers, mobile tablet laser profilers, and their AI-powered, cloud-based analytics, diagnostics, and preventive maintenanc… Read More
The program includes the development of a sixth-generation stealthy crewed combat jet and advanced drones called Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA). The budget documents outline the central goal of “dominating” future aerial warfare defined by infrared search and track systems and missiles with multi-mode seekers, advanced radars, and electronic warfar… Read More
Check out this amazing mission, in which the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is traveling to Bennu, a carbonaceous asteroid whose regolith may record the earliest history of our solar system. Bennu may contain the molecular precursors to the origin of life and the Earth’s oceans. This craft is equipped with many instruments, including a Microchip Laser offered by RPMC Lasers with over 1 billion shots and counting! Click here to read all about the OSIRIS-REx Mission! This same Microchip Laser is available from RP… Read More
Traditionally, long-wave infrared detectors have been costly, gallium arsenide- or indium phosphide-based detectors found in night vision cameras. While cheaper and easier to produce in volume, CMOS technology suffered from the so-called ‘THz gap’ or ‘far-infrared gap’ of the electromagnetic spectrum, unable to detect these long wavelengths. Today, an intriguing solution is becoming available in the form of a THz range CMOS detector for cost-effective, long-wave infrared … Read More
After reading this white paper, you will have a better understanding of the types of seed laser technologies to be integrated with the neoMOS laser platform, providing various ranges of pulse parameters from the same MOPA platform. This ability to be paired with various technologies provides versatile and flexible performance for a wide range of potential applications depending on your speci… Read More
The University of Strathclyde has made a significant breakthrough in high-power laser technology. By creating “ghostly mirrors” utilizing plasma, the size of high-power lasers has been significantly reduced. This exciting new method points to the development of the next generation of high-power lasers, with potential to transform the way scienc… Read More
The Nanophotonics Group at Columbia has developed a high-performance, chip-scale laser platform that is tunable and offers various performance metrics. This innovative platform opens up new opportunities for various applications, such as quantum optics, atomic clocks, biosensing, laser displays for augmented and virtual reality, and underwater Li-Fi. The group’s laser platform is based on the concept of self-injection locking and provides the possibility to shrink current technologies and make them accessible to the gener… Read More
This article presents a rugged, compact, high-quality, tunable ultrafast laser system designed for nonlinear spectroscopy and imaging such as CRS, SRS, and CARS. This system provides high beam quality, extremely narrow linewidth, and high-intensity ultrafast pulses in several wavelength regions, providing a unique solution in the field of laser spectroscopy an… Read More
Scientists at the Brookhaven National Laboratory have published a study in which they demonstrate a new color-shifting strategy for lasers that uses interactions between the laser and the chemical bonds of materials called “ionic liquids.” This new method is simple, efficient, and highly customizable, and can change the color of laser light while retaining other important properties of the laser beam. Learn more about this groundbreaking method, its applications and how it could change the world … Read More
Scientists have successfully demonstrated that laser-induced filaments in the sky can guide lightning discharges over long distances, potentially leading to progress in lightning protection and physics. The research, conducted on a mountain in Switzerland using a high-repetition-rate terawatt laser, recorded the guidance of an upward negative lightning leader over a distance of 50m and was corroborated by other measurements. This is the first field-result to experimentally demonstrate lightning guided by lasers, opening the possibility for new atmospheric applications of ultrasho… Read More
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