Category: Featured
Innovations in Robotics for Enhanced Operations in the Subsea Sector
From the vast realms of oil and gas to the frontiers of subsea engineering, telecoms, and defence, submersible robots are reshaping industries like never before. In this blog, we explore some of the latest enhancements and shed light on the optical components driving their incredible performance.
Behind the Trend: The Reality of North Sea Subsea Work on TikTok
Recently, 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.
Sailing Toward Sustainability: The Rise of Floating Offshore Wind Farms
As floating offshore wind farms continue to demonstrate their high-performance benefits worldwide, new installations, development opportunities, and pioneering technologies are emerging, notably in Aberdeen’s Westhill area, aptly dubbed ‘Subsea City.’ As a trusted provider of premium, on-spec optical components for both the subsea sector and wind monitoring technology, we delve into the expanding realm and potential of these wind farms on a global scale.
Regulation and Innovation in the Metaverse
Premium optics serve a crucial role in enriching the visual, interactive, and perceptual experiences across a diverse range of devices employed for the cyber realm, such as head-mounted displays (HMDs), AR glasses, smartphones and tablets. As the market for digital gadgets continues to evolve rapidly, there has been much discussion surrounding the concept of the metaverse. In this article, we explore its potential implications.
Navigating Troubled Waters: Optical Technologies in Anti-Piracy Efforts
The recent surge in piracy incidents affecting cargo ships navigating the Red Sea has underscored the grave risks posed by maritime criminal activities. In this blog post, we delve into the current maritime landscape, exploring the optical technologies and strategies that are deployed on modern-day vessels to combat piracy raids and keep crews safe from harm.
Road Safety Revolution: How AI and Optical Components Are Joining Forces to Tackle Driving Offences in the UK
Optics are ubiquitous, and you’ll even find them working hard with camera systems to keep our roads and motorways safe and free from potential hazards. Now, we’re witnessing the integration of these optics-powered cameras with cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and 4D scanning, propelling safety and surveillance to new heights. Discover some of these innovative systems in this article.
Tech Horizons: Glimpses from CES 2024
As a leading optics supplier, we are deeply intertwined with pioneering technologies and groundbreaking innovations. In this article, we highlight some of our favourite creations from the ‘most powerful tech event in the world,’ the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). From sought-after infrared (IR) hairdryers to robotic heads and automated pushchairs, this year’s show was a testament to the diverse array of smart technology available in the 21st century.
Eyes in the Sky: Space Technology for Earth’s Energy Efficiency
Communication technologies heavily rely on ultra-high-precision optical components. In space-based communication systems, where access to devices and conditions are more challenging than in most terrestrial environments, the importance of accuracy is heightened, especially for infrared (IR) systems. In this article, we explore how these optics-integrated technologies are assisting in addressing and analysing sustainability issues here on Earth.
Retail Revolution: How Robots Are Transforming Shopping Experiences
As retailers increasingly embrace technological advancements, the pivotal role of optical components, especially in robotics, cannot be overstated. We are currently witnessing the emergence of robots shaping the future of the retail industry, with implementations seen in fashion, hardware, and food stores worldwide. Here, we explore some recent applications of robotics in the global retail landscape.
Unravelling the Symbiosis of ROVs, AUVs, and Optical Precision
Submersibles require a high level of optical precision to carry out tasks ranging from crisis management, underwater exploration, and optimising oil and gas procedures to offshore wind power and deep-sea mining. In this blog, we look into the utilisation of ROVs and AUVs and examine the relationship between these advanced underwater systems and cutting-edge optics.