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Diagnostic and Surgical Applications of Photonics in Ophthalmology
Diagnostic and Surgical Applications of Photonics in Ophthalmology
Introduction Photonics has a wide array of applications in data communications, imaging, light sensing, and surgery. One such field where the utilization of light is particularly useful is ophthalmology. ...
Lasers in Ophthalmology: The Future is Clear
Lasers in Ophthalmology: The Future is Clear
LASERs (or Light Amplified by Stimulated Emission of Radiation) are among the most widely available and versatile optical tools today.  A variety of lasers are commonly used in household devices, such as ...
Dye Lasers: Comprehensive Guide
Dye Lasers: Comprehensive Guide
Amidst the dynamic landscape of laser technology, dye lasers emerge as a beacon of innovation and adaptability. Renowned for their ability to produce a wide spectrum of light through tunable wavelengths, ...
Colonoscopy Alternatives: A Closer Look at Optical Technologies
Colonoscopy Alternatives: A Closer Look at Optical Technologies
A colonoscopy is a critical medical procedure used to examine the inner lining of the large intestine (colon and rectum). It plays a vital role in detecting and preventing colon cancer, one of the most ...
Wavefront Sensors Unveiled: Practical Tutorial
Wavefront Sensors Unveiled: Practical Tutorial
In the precise and demanding world of optical engineering, the ability to accurately measure and control light is fundamental. Wavefront sensors, the backbone of optical diagnostics, play an indispensable ...
Swept Lasers: An In-Depth Buying Guide for Technical Applications
Swept Lasers: An In-Depth Buying Guide for Technical Applications
Swept lasers represent a pivotal innovation in the realm of laser technology, distinguished by their ability to rapidly scan through a range of wavelengths. Unlike fixed-wavelength lasers, swept lasers ...
Optical Coherence Tomography: Introduction
Optical Coherence Tomography: Introduction
If you’ve visited an optometrist, they may have used optical coherence tomography (OCT) to scan your retina. This new technique uses low coherence interferometry to image semi transparent tissue. Being a ...
Artificial Vision Aids
Artificial Vision Aids
Vision Worldwide Artificial vision aids can provide needed assistance to a substantial amount of people. It is estimated by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) that there are ...
Photonics in Medicine: Top 5 Biomedical Impacts
Photonics in Medicine: Top 5 Biomedical Impacts
Researchers began manipulating laser technologies to use in scientific research long time ago. Which began as abstract exploration of the behavior of light and its interaction with nature, soon turned into ...
Laser Eye Surgeries: Excimer, Ultrafast and State of the Art
Laser Eye Surgeries: Excimer, Ultrafast and State of the Art
Understanding the emergence of New Developments Laser eye surgeries such as LASIK are used to treat a number of eye conditions including retinal tears and detachments, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. ...