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Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

Wet Lens Makes Faster Holograms

Holography has long tantalised scientists and engineers with its promise of creating immersive, lifelike 3D representations of real scenes.

Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

Holograms in Healthcare

In this most recent roundup of the use of holography in various healthcare settings (see also HN April 2021, July 2022, and September 2022), we report on two current innovations in the field of patient care.

Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

Idvac Unveils New Gold Colour Metallised Process

Idvac Ltd, based in Manchester, UK, has introduced an innovative method for creating bespoke gold colour metallised films, completely free from pigments, inks, or dyes.

Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

IHMA Appoints New Chairman

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) has announced a new chair and board members as it expands its operations.

IOTA (IHMA)

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

1 min read

Gietz Invests in Vinfoil

Supplier of hot-stamping machinery, Gietz, has announced it has invested strategic venture capital in the Netherlands-based Vinfoil in order to strengthen the long- term stability of the company and its product portfolio.

Companies

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

1 min read

IHMA Membership Open to All OVD Suppliers

Following the launch of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association’s expanded Security Image Register (SIR) in January, a proposal was made to extend membership criteria and amend the IHMA articles of association to encompass all security OVD (optical variable device) suppliers. This has now been unanimously adopted.

IOTA (IHMA)

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

3 min read

IQ Structures Fuses Sound and Vision

Vinyl records have experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, fuelled by a renewed appreciation of analogue sound quality and tangible music experiences. Amidst this resurgence, IQ Structures has unveiled an innovation in vinyl record production: IQ Vinyl.

Companies Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

POSTECH Develops Next-Generation Holographic Display

A team of researchers at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) in South Korea, led by Prof Junsuk Rho and PhD candidate Joohoon Kim, have announced a major breakthrough in the development of angle-dependent holographic displays that could redefine human interaction with digital information. The technology allows holograms to display multiple images based on the observer’s viewing angle.

Displays Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

Crane to Acquire OpSec

US-based Crane NXT, whose subsidiaries include Crane Currency, Crane Authentication and Crane Payment Innovations, has announced it has signed a definitive agreement with Investcorp Technology Partners to acquire OpSec Security for $270 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments.

Companies Free Free

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

AI System Detects Forged Documents with Holographic Protection

Smart Engines, an AI developer, has unveiled an enhanced version of its AI system designed to detect forged documents, with a particular emphasis on holographic protection. The new technology allows for the rapid extraction of data from passports and ID cards while simultaneously verifying their authenticity. What sets this system apart is its ability to perform document verification in real-time video streams.

ID & Secure Documents

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

IHMA Targets China Expansion

The International Hologram Manufacturer’s Association (IHMA) is stepping up its presence in China in a move to boost growth and promote the technology’s benefits to brand owners, government authorities and sector suppliers.

IOTA (IHMA)

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

2 min read

Scientists Develop Novel Method for Controlling Light Polarisation

A team of scientists from Nanjing University and Tianjin University in China, and the National University of Singapore, have developed a novel method for controlling the polarisation of light using liquid crystal (LC) holography.

Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

28 March 2024

3 min read

Bringing the Dead Back to Light

As the number of stars and celebrities whose holopresence has been posthumously captured continues to increase, Holography News® reports on two famous performers that have recently been immortalised in light. And one that is on the brink.

Origination Technology

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

2 min read

Unveiling the Future of Optical Document Security: ODDS 2024

The Optical & Digital Document Security™ Conference (ODDS) 2024, set to take place in Lisbon, Portugal 8-10 April, promises an in depth look into the latest advancements in optical and digital document security.

Events

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

4 min read

Holographic Innovations Shine at CES 2024

Each year, the CES conference in Las Vegas unveils cutting-edge holographic technologies, and CES 2024 was no exception. The exhibition, which is probably the most influential tech event of the year, took place 9-12 January, in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Centre.

Events

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

3 min read

VividQ Launches Retina Resolution Holograms

Cambridge-based 3D tech start-up VividQ has announced the launch of real holograms projected through high-performance 4K display hardware. The ability to deliver ‘retina resolution’ type computer- generated holograms means that next-generation VR headsets will be able to offer unparalleled levels of immersion and realism to users.

AR & VR

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

2 min read

Filtrona Tapes Releases Supastrip Prism

Filtrona Tapes has released Supastrip Prism, a new range of holographic tear tapes designed to enhance packaging security and draw attention on the shelf.

Companies Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

2 min read

Obituary - Professor Brian John Thompson

Professor Emeritus at the University of Rochester, Brian J Thompson, passed away on 27 January 2024 at the age of 91.

News

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

3 min read

The Holographic Lecture Theatre

In a previous article covering the use of holography in teaching and education (see The Holographic Classroom, HN June 2023), we followed the technology’s early applications in representing 3D objects to its integration into mixed reality. In this article, we delve deeper into one particular application, AI holographic avatars in the lecture theatre.

Technical Features

Micaal Sidorov

20 Feb. 2024

2 min read

Holography Gives New Depth to Fingerprint Analysis

In a ground-breaking departure from conventional fingerprint analysis, recent research introduces a shift in thinking through the collaboration between Penn State and Prof Partha Banerjee of the University of Dayton.

Technical Features

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