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Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Building 3-D structures from a 2-D template

Researchers from KIT, Louvain, and Berlin develop a rapid and cheap method to produce 3D photonic crystals in silicon. The SPRIE method uses established technologies and innovative self-organization techniques.

SourceHelmholtz Association·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateOct 5, 2012

Longest fiber-optic sensor network developed

Montserrat Fernández-Vallejo has developed the longest fibre-optic sensor network measuring 250 km with a multiplexing capability, enabling remote monitoring of large infrastructures. The network addresses three main challenges: multiplexing sensors, ensuring continued service in case of faults, and allowing remote monitoring.

SourceElhuyar Fundazioa·JournalIEEE Sensors Journal·DateOct 1, 2012

Longest fiber-optic sensor network developed

Montserrat Fernández-Vallejo has developed the longest fibre-optic sensor network measuring 250 km with a multiplexing capability, enabling remote monitoring of large infrastructures. This technology allows for efficient data transmission and analysis without power sources, critical state observation, and preventive maintenance.

SourceElhuyar Fundazioa·JournalIEEE Sensors Journal·DateSep 6, 2012

Future 'comb on a chip': NIST's compact frequency comb could go places

Researchers at NIST have developed a compact laser frequency comb, the first to use a cavity made of fused silica. The micro-comb is about the size of a shoebox and relies on a low-power laser and the cavity's unusual properties. It has wide spacing between teeth, allowing scientists to easily measure and manipulate them.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review A·DateOct 26, 2011
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Information technologies foster freedom or reinforce repression

Researchers found that information communication technologies were used both to spread freedom messages and to incite violence during civil strife in Egypt and Kenya. The Egyptian government cracked down on blogs and social networks, while telecommunications companies responded differently depending on the government's request.

SourcePenn State·DateSep 21, 2011

BGU and France Telecom sign agreement to optimize Internet communications

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and France Telecom have agreed to collaborate on research applying 'location theory' to determine optimal placement of their Internet routers. This collaboration aims to enhance services like video streaming by analyzing factors such as user demand, historical use patterns and geographic location.

SourceAmerican Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev·DateApr 27, 2011

New method developed for synchronizing clocks

Researchers have developed a new method to accurately synchronize clocks by leveraging both GPS and the Internet. This technique uses a common-view disciplined oscillator (CVDO) to set clocks within 10 nanoseconds of a reference clock, providing unparalleled accuracy in complex systems such as computers, telecommunications, and more.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateJul 20, 2010

Securities analysts' reports new technology slow adoption, warns study in INFORMS journal

A new study in Organization Science journal suggests that securities analysts' reluctance to recommend investment in new technologies can harm veteran companies. The researchers found that analysts prefer strategies that extend existing technologies over those that directly respond to new technology, with negative implications for mana...

SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalOrganization Science·DateMar 12, 2010
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

iPoint 3-D -- using fingers as a remote control

The iPoint 3D system uses hand and finger recognition to control devices without physical contact, suitable for use in living rooms, offices, hospitals, and more. This innovative technology enables users to interact with displays and appliances using gestures only.

SourceFraunhofer-Gesellschaft·DateFeb 20, 2009
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

New quantum key system combines speed, distance

Researchers at NIST have built a prototype high-speed quantum key distribution (QKD) system that can transmit secure keys in real-time over distances of at least 10 kilometers. The system achieves dramatically lower noise levels than similar systems, enabling theoretically unbreakable encryption and decryption.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalOptics Express·DateJun 8, 2007

NSF awards Pitt $1 million to develop cybersecurity professionals

The NSF-funded scholarship program will support four cohorts of SIS graduate students in the SAIS track, aiming to address the growing need for IA professionals. Graduates will be qualified to manage large networks and infrastructures, with a focus on diversity and underrepresented groups.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·DateOct 13, 2006

New Jersey's telecom industry needs new growth strategy, report says

A report by Stevens Institute of Technology suggests that New Jersey focus on growing small and high-potential advanced communications companies within the state. The report recommends attracting new companies from outside the state and offering matching grants and tax incentives to create a vibrant environment for sustained economic g...

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·DateSep 8, 2006
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Calient Networks chosen as core platform for Optiputer

OptIPuter program to deploy DiamondWave all-optical switches, enabling fast and cost-effective network with high-speed data transmission. The platform will support scalable and flexible network infrastructure with minimal signal power loss and latency.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·DateFeb 10, 2003

Loss of major hub cities could cripple Internet, study suggests

A study by researchers at Ohio State University suggests that a disaster crippling major Internet nodes, such as Los Angeles and New York, could disconnect smaller cities from the entire network. This vulnerability is a concern due to the hub-and-spoke model of the modern Internet, which relies heavily on these central locations.

SourceOhio State University·JournalTelematics and Informatics·DateNov 26, 2002

Re-emerging field contributes to 10,000 patents yearly

The field of operations research has a significant impact on the development of medical and telecom innovations, with 24,637 patents referencing optimization techniques between 1996-2001. The study highlights the use of simulation and queue management as critical components in inventions.

SourceInstitute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences·JournalInterfaces·DateSep 9, 2002

Plastic LEDs break telecommunications barrier

Researchers at Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have created plastic LEDs that can efficiently produce near-infrared radiation, a crucial component for high-speed fiber optic communications. The new technology has the potential to cut costs and increase efficiency, paving the way for global networks in homes.

SourceAmerican Society for Technion - Israel Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateFeb 21, 2002
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.