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View Our ServicesKnight Optical Reflects on a Stellar Experience at Space Tech Expo Europe
Published 29th Nov 2024 at 10:22This time last week, we were returning from an exhilarating, photon-fuelled trip to Space Tech Expo Europe. With over 8000 industry experts in attendance, this year’s event provided the perfect platform to forge brand-new connections and explore fresh collaborations in the fast-moving field of space.
read more newsEarth Observation (EO): How Optical Components Help Monitor Our Planet
Published 28th Nov 2024 at 17:38Earth Observation (EO) is transforming how we monitor our planet, with optical components playing a pivotal role in capturing critical data. From military and climate applications to agriculture, EO satellites are advancing our understanding and response to global challenges.
read more newsReflecting Vs Refracting: Telescopes That Reveal the Wonders of the Cosmos
Published 15th Nov 2024 at 13:51Capturing moments once unimaginable, these astronomical tools transform how we perceive the universe and deepen our understanding of space and time. In this blog, we explore the differences between two dominant telescopes that help us achieve these goals, reflecting and refracting.
read more newsWhat is Raman Spectroscopy
Published 8th Nov 2024 at 13:46Raman Spectroscopy: It’s a technique often cited in the world of photonics. If you’re a regular reader of our blogs, you’ve likely encountered the analytical method in our discussions on the various sought-after optical technologies used by diverse sectors.
read more newsA Lens on Moon Exploration
Published 11th Oct 2024 at 10:35For the first time in over 50 years, humans will once again walk on the Moon. In this article, we explore both crewed and uncrewed missions – planned and initiated – from around the world that are driving lunar exploration to the next level, along with the cutting-edge optical technologies enabling them to achieve exceptional performance.
read more newsThe Interplay Between Space and Sea Technologies
Published 6th Sep 2024 at 12:23Explore the rapid growth and innovations in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology, from enhancing business efficiencies to preserving historical documents and advancing healthcare.
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