Enhancing Optical Fibers Using Gold Nanoparticles and 3D Printing Technology

A recent article in Scientific Reports , explored the synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and their integration into three-dimensional (3D) printed optical fiber probes (OFPs). By combining 3D printing and nanotechnology, researchers enhanced the optical properties of the fiber probes, highlighting their potential applications in sensing and biomedical applications.  Image credit: asharkyu/Shutterstock.com Advances in Fiber Optic Technology…

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Assessing the Use of 3D Printing for Manufacturing Headlight Lenses

Reviewed by Lexie Corner  on January 15, 2025    Writing in the journal Applied Optics , published by Optica Publishing Group , researchers from Tunghai University in Taiwan compared 3D printing technology with traditional manufacturing methods such as computer numerical control (CNC) machining and reverse engineering in the production of headlight lenses.  A new study uses headlight lenses…

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