While the tractor beam wouldn't completely solve the space junk problem, the concept has several advantages over other proposed space debris removal methods, which could make it a valuable tool for ...

Broad-beam ion etching folds flat nanostructures into 3D photonic devices across a 4-inch wafer while preserving speed, uniformity, and optical function. (Nanowerk Spotlight) 3D photonic devices face ...

Light propagates in a three-dimensional photonic circuit to solve the subset sum problem. The image of the reconfigurable photonic processor is based on the research presented. As technology advances, ...