Ruler enables calibrated image quality measurement

spie.org | Dec 1, 2008

Using a software tool to quantify the performance of digital imaging systems can optimize overall picture quality.

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Key facts about Japan's Canon Inc

www.topix.net | Nov 30, 2008

Following are some key facts about Japan's Canon Inc. * HISTORY: -- Canon's predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, was founded in 1933.

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Using invisibility to increase visibility

www.nanowerk.com | Nov 29, 2008

(Nanowerk News) Research into the development of invisibility devices has spurred two physicists thought on the behaviour of light to overcome the seemingly intractable problem of optical singularities which could soon lead to the manufacturing of a perfect cat s eye.

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Phoenix unlocks the icy history of Mars

optics.org | Nov 14, 2008

Optics, photonics and laser news, events, optics, jobs, photonics, jobs, laser jobs and more articles and resources for the optics, laser and photonics industry.

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58--NIGHT VISION (NV) TEST SET; TS-4348/UV. - Zibb.com

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MICROSCOPTICS, INC.

Along with our line of microscopes, we have expanded our service department further into the areas of industrial and medical research. We are accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 - 2005 by Assured Calibration and Laboratory Accreditation Select Services (ACLASS, www.aclasscorp.

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TRAC Measurement Systems Ltd - Catalogue - Page 14 - Kellysearch.co.uk B2B Online Product Catalogues

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PRODUCT INFORMATION Blade Edge Profile Inspection System TRAC Measurement Systems UK:0> 44 (0)1952 676888 LX) tms.sales@trac-group.com USA:0>001 6309283780 [x] usa.sales@trac-group.com Fan blade edge condition is a significant factor in the thrust performance of an engine. TRAC Measurement Systems Edge Profile Inspection System is a low cost optical instrument designed for the visual inspection of the leading and trailing edges of turbine engine fan, and compressor, blades. The system comprises of a CCD camera housed in a hand held aluminum housing that is manually traversed along the edge of the blade, a hardened steel location and roller support ensure that the camera accurately follows the contour of the aerofoil, which is illuminated by an array of light emitting diodes (LEDs) arranged around the location The profile is viewed on a 10.4" TFT high resolution monitor housed in a protective case, which additionally incorporates a con

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Astro-nut home page

As the Cold War spun down, Russian engineers and scientists were finding that the government could no longer utilize their skills. While economically devasting to many, some were able to parlay their talents into other venues.

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