Over-the-Air Lasers Aim to Solve the Internet’s “Middle Mile”
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Jussi-Pekka Penttinen, CEO of Vexlum Ltd, discusses the company's success in commercializing advanced laser technology, particularly in the quantum computing industry. Vexlum's lasers address the challenges of size and cost in quantum technology, enabling applications in scientific research, semiconductor manufacturing, and medical treatments. The company's new VXL laser, a compact and high-performance system, is a significant advancement in laser technology, offering flexibility in wavelength and driving developments in quantum sensing. Vexlum's approach of custom-making laser systems based on specific customer needs has led to collaborations on groundbreaking advancements in various industries.
Holger Schlüter, SCANLAB's Head of Business Development, discusses the company's role in additive manufacturing, particularly in providing light sources for 3D printing machines. He shares insights into the current state-of-the-art technology and the possibilities it offers. Despite some technical difficulties during the podcast episode, Schlüter's expertise and SCANLAB's significance in the industry make the discussion valuable. The episode is sponsored by Nikon SLM Solutions, a leader in industrial metal 3D printing, emphasizing their support for manufacturers in accelerating adoption and achieving critical results in additive manufacturing.
ComMarker has released the Omni X, a 5W UV laser cutter and engraver with new features like a fully enclosed design with auto-stop function and an optional slide extension. The machine includes LiDAR ranging for precise results and offers a variety of software options for customization. The device performed well in tests, efficiently cutting materials like wood, paper, fabric, and metal, though engraving on glass posed some challenges. While the software had some initial issues, ComMarker plans to address them before the official release. The Omni X is priced starting at $4,599, with bundles available for additional accessories.
Wi-Fi 7 is transforming device communication with enhanced capabilities, while Wi-Fi 8 is on the horizon with even more advanced features. Understanding these next-gen Wi-Fi standards is crucial for businesses developing connected devices. Wi-Fi 7 offers speeds up to 46 Gbps, features like 320 MHz channel width, 4096 QAM, multi-link operation, and enhanced power efficiency. Wi-Fi 8, still in development, focuses on reliability, coordination, and power efficiency, with features like ultra-high reliability, advanced power management, integrated mmWave support, and enhanced security. Both Wi-Fi standards cater to specific applications like smart homes, industrial systems, healthcare, and extended reality, requiring product developers to future-proof devices through modular hardware, multi-standard chipsets, and software-defined radios.
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