
Rays and Waves, a passion project of two optical engineers, Daniel and Steve, who moonlight as podcast hosts. Join them as they explore the beautiful world of optics and photonics. The topics will span across the whole optical universe, demonstrating the versatile applications of optical engineering and sometime feature prominent characters from the community. Ready to dive into the captivating wo... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 14 | Founded | a year ago |
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1.3 billion years ago, two black holes collided in a distant galaxy, sending ripples through the fabric of spacetime. On September 14, 2015, those ripples finally reached Earth and humanity detected gravitational waves for the very first time.
In th... more
In this episode of Rays and Waves, Daniel and Steven take a nostalgic dive back into the world where they both began their scientific journeys: optical tweezers. These remarkable tools, using tightly focused laser beams to exert forces and torques on... more
When we think about optical systems, lenses and light often steal the spotlight. But behind every high-performance optical instrument lies a critical foundation: Optomechanics. From precision mounts to thermal stability, the mechanical design determi... more
The current narrative is that Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries at breakneck speed. Is optics no exception? In this special episode of Rays and Waves Daniel and Steven host the show's very first panel discussion! They bring together six... more
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The show consistently explores cutting-edge topics in optics and photonics, from optical manipulation and micromechanics to photonic integrated circuits and quantum computing. Episodes frequently feature researchers and industry experts who illuminate how fundamental physics translates into real-world technologies, including AI in optical engineering, optical coatings, standards, and applications like LiDAR, AR/VR, and biomedical sensing. The conversations are grounded in technical depth but are often accessible through practical anecdotes and design challenges, making it appealing to engineers, researchers, and product developers who want to understand both theory and application. A notable strength is the mix of academia and industry voic... more
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1. Gabriele Vajente
2. Halina Rubinsztein-Dunlop
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4. Eric Herman
5. Erwin De Baetselier
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7. Katsumoto Ikeda
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