CONTENTS FEATURES 3 Catching Lightning With Phantom Cameras 6 The New Industrial Edge Ecosystem for Machine Vision Application Integration APPLICATION BRIEFS 15 Precision Motion Control: Six Elements To Consider for Photonics and Optics Alignment Applications 18 Properly Tolerancing Aspheric Lenses to Balance Cost and Performance TECH BRIEFS 21 Advancements Make Laser-Based Imaging Simpler and ThreeDimensional 22 Optical Invention Mirrors the Image Processing Power of a Human Eye 23 A New Optical Metamaterial Makes True One-Way Glass Possible Machine vision solutions can significantly improve quality control in automated manufacturing, increase overall equipment effectiveness, and reduce costs, such as for end-of-line quality control in food production. However, developing robust applications is challenging, and standalone solutions using smart cameras or industrial PCs are expensive to maintain and difficult to scale. That's why Siemens is collaborating with Basler and MVTec in its open Industrial Edge Ecosystem. To learn more, read the feature article on page 6. (Xiaoliangge/Adobe Stock) SPECIAL SECTION 9 Technology Leaders in Cameras & Imaging Systems 9 Expanding Copernicus's Earth Observation Program With Hyperspectral Imaging 12 Microwave Sensing Technology Enables Versatile Imaging DEPARTMENTS 24 New Products ON THE COVER 2 Photonics & Imaging Technology, May 2024http://info.hotims.com/86255-727