As the world begins to return to normal after the COVID-19 crisis, the need for hospitality companies to enforce the highest standards of cleanliness and safety has never been greater. One way to do this is by using UV light to detect issues in your [...]
These days, forensics plays a critical role in many different fields. The primary purpose is to apply science or scientific knowledge to criminal investigations to enhance public safety. In addition, accurate forensics plays a crucial role in identifying criminals and putting the pieces together at [...]
When it comes to National Defense, the United States government is always looking for ways to give its soldiers an edge. Recently, that has meant investing in virtual reality, or VR. […]
In 2022, an estimated half of all smartphones will have onboard facial recognition technology. People can use this technology for various purposes, including unlocking their devices, logging into apps, and making payments. But how does it work? […]
Forensic investigators and researchers utilize a variety of light sources to examine the evidence found at a crime scene. Among a plethora of light sources, Ultraviolet (UV) light, in particular, has gained a positive reputation for efficient and effective examination of biologically contaminated evidence. As [...]
Filters are devices that allow specific stuff to pass through them and reject or block the rest. In the context of optical communication, optical filters are used for pretty much the same thing. Optical filters promote the transmission of different wavelengths while absorbing those that [...]
NATO, Russia, and China have been engaged in a new arms race for quite a while. The top prizes now include hypersonics, railguns, and lasers. After years of study and development, not to mention billions of dollars spent, the three technologies are now finally starting [...]
Poor air quality is a tell-tale sign of the widespread air pollution that has blanketed our country for several years. With rising concerns about air pollution, federal authorities are now turning to science and technology to develop advanced air quality monitoring systems. […]
Rapid explosive detection is vital to protecting lives as well as significant damage to the property. In the past, there have been a number of methods to identify explosives and prohibit them from being transported across the U.S. borders; for example, imaging and chemical identification. [...]
Tens of thousands of international travelers cross secure U.S. borders on a day to day basis, with just about every one of them carrying some sort of hand baggage. It is the duty of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) to thoroughly check the [...]
