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View Our ServicesBehind the Trend: The Reality of North Sea Subsea Work on TikTok
Published 26th Mar 2024 at 07:55Recently, TikTok has opened our eyes to the very real dangers and terrifying scenes of working in the North Sea. In this blog, we explore the state-of-the-art technologies and their associated high-precision optical components that drive safety and efficiency for operatives working in these treacherous waters.
read more newsSailing Toward Sustainability: The Rise of Floating Offshore Wind Farms
Published 12th Mar 2024 at 08:30In recent weeks, the renewables field has seen a surge in news coverage. From encouraging investments and new developments to employment creation and economic growth, the floating offshore wind domain, especially, has emerged as a lively hub. As a trusted provider of premium, on-spec optical components for both the subsea sector and wind monitoring technology, we explore the expanding realm and potential of these wind farms worldwide.
read more newsRegulation and Innovation in the Metaverse
Published 26th Feb 2024 at 11:09With the continual progression of augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) gadgets and the recent surge in demand for Apple Vision Pro (the tech giant’s latest foray into the AR and VR field), discussions relating to regulations and mandates have heightened. Optical components serve a crucial role in enriching the visual, interactive, and perceptual experiences across a diverse range of devices employed for the cyber realm. As a provider of optics for AR-/VR-enabled equipment (for illustration, head-mounted displays [HMDs], AR glasses, smartphones and tablets), we have a deep connection to the subject. Here, we explore the intricate sphere of metaverse regulation, examining its possible implications.
read more newsNavigating Troubled Waters: Optical Technologies in Anti-Piracy Efforts
Published 12th Feb 2024 at 09:05Working at sea poses unique risks, especially with the looming threat of piracy. Discover how cutting-edge optical technologies are revolutionising maritime security to combat piracy raids and ensure safer seas for all.
read more newsHow AI and Optical Components Are Joining Forces to Tackle Driving Offences in the UK
Published 29th Jan 2024 at 11:40In recent times, technological advancements have revolutionised the highways sector. The refinements – ranging from enhanced safe motoring practices and the implementation of ‘smart motorways’ to better observation of vehicular infractions – have significantly contributed to safeguarding travellers and optimising transportation streams, thanks to the benefits of digital adaptations.
read more newsKnight Optical: Bringing Quality Into Focus
Quality is the one thing you can be sure of with Knight Optical. We use quality management systems and are ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 accredited.
Our workforce use these quality management systems along with being trained in drawing quality standards, including but not limited to ISO10110, BS4301 and MIL-SPEC.
Knight Optical has been operating for over 30 years, with our managing director Colin Overton at the helm. Over this time, we have become a global leader in the production and distribution of scientific optical components and bringing quality into focus for all of our products and services that we provide.
Our 2022/2023 Catalogue
Inside Knight Optical’s catalogue you’ll find details of the industries we serve as well as the many other services we can offer. It also showcases hundreds of our most popular products, supported by useful technical information, to help you choose the right part for your application.
Click below to view our digital catalogue now.