May 28, 2026
As manufacturing becomes more automated and performance requirements tighten, periodic lab inspection can’t keep up. SOC develops custom FTIR and hyperspectral systems engineered for continuous, real-time material characterization directly on the production line.
March 26, 2026
Announcing the 710-HyCore and 710-OmniCore hyperspectral imaging systems. High-spectral resolution and flexible deployment.
March 4, 2026
Food manufacturers today face unprecedented demands: greater throughput, stricter safety standards, zero-tolerance defect rates, and expectations for consistent product quality. Traditional tools – RGB cameras, manual sampling, and visual inspection – struggle to keep pace with these demands. Recent research by Zhao et al. (2023) published in LWT – Food Science and Technology use near-infrared (NIR) hyperspectral imaging combined with interpretable machine learning models to access tomato quality and maturity, which determine the […]
October 15, 2025
Surface Optics Corporation is exhibiting at this year’s FATHOMWERX Summit, held at the Port of Hueneme in Ventura County, California, on October 15 and 16. FATHOMWERX, aims to foster collaboration between industry, academia, the Department of the Navy, and allied forces. At the summit, Surface Optics will demonstrate the Spectral Imaging UAV Detection Sensor (SUADS), […]
July 21, 2025
Hyperspectral imaging reveals hidden pigment details in Abraham Mignon’s “Still Life with Flowers and a Watch,” aiding precise art conservation.
July 7, 2025
New research from the Medical University of Silesia is showing how hyperspectral imaging can help make laser tattoo removal more precise and effective—by analyzing the optical properties of tattoo dyes and guiding wavelength selection.
June 25, 2025
Last Updated: January 2026 Considering Purchasing a Hyperspectral Camera For Your Lab? The relevance of hyperspectral imaging research is growing rapidly, fueled by its increasing viability in real-world and industrial applications. Advances in optics, image processing, data compression, and computing are accelerating this shift—today’s research is laying the foundation for tomorrow’s commercial solutions. This blog […]
May 30, 2025
The Spectral Imaging UAV Detection Sensor (SUADS) uses video-rate multispectral imaging across the SWIR to LWIR bands to detect and track small drones in real time. Its passive design leverages spectral signatures to distinguish UAVs from birds and debris, enabling reliable operation in complex, cluttered environments.
May 19, 2025
Researchers at Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine use hyperspectral microscopy and machine learning to improve early detection of oral cancer, enabling precise identification of cancer stages through spectral analysis of tissue. This breakthrough enhances diagnostic accuracy and reduces subjectivity in OSCC assessments.
April 29, 2025
Researchers at the College of Agronomy, Hunan Agricultural University are applying hyperspectral imaging as a powerful tool to improve rapeseed growth, yield, and quality. Their work focuses on addressing key challenges in managing rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) production, an important oilseed crop cultivated worldwide. One of the most critical phases for maximizing seed output is […]