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3 March 2026
Application Note: Air vs. Water: Finding the Optimal Reference for NIR Spectroscopy

The optimal choice of a spectral reference is important for building accurate calibration models. In our latest publication of Application Notes, art photonics explores the practical differences between using air and water as references in the quantitative analysis of liquid solutions. NIR-spectroscopy is widely used for quantitative analysis of solid and liquid samples. When measuring […]

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5 February 2026
Application Note: Measuring Ethanol and Methanol Mixtures with ATR Fiber Probes

In the high-stakes environment of complex chemical processing, the ability to distinguish and quantify components like ethanol and methanol in real-time is often the deciding factor between a strictly controlled reaction and an off-spec batch. Traditionally, operators have relied on manual extraction for laboratory analysis. However, this method introduces significant delays and safety risks that […]

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20 February 2026
EPIC Online Technology Meeting on Specialty Optical Fibers for Lasers | 23 February 2026 | Online

We are excited to announce that art photonics GmbH is taking the virtual stage on February 23, 2026, at the EPIC (European Photonics Industry Consortium) Online Technology Meeting on Specialty Optical Fibers for Lasers. Specialty optical fibers are the backbone of modern, high-performance laser systems. Whether driving industrial manufacturing, advanced sensing, or medical technology, the […]

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18 February 2026
PAT Connect 2026 | 10-11 March 2026 | Badenweiler, Germany

art photonics GmbH is pleased to announce our participation as an exhibitor at PAT Connect 2026, taking place this March at the TTC Technology Training Center. As industries increasingly shift toward real-time monitoring and automation, Process Analytical Technology (PAT) is more critical than ever. Taking the Spectrometer to the Sample Whether you are scaling up […]

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About Our Company
art photonics GmbH, founded in Berlin in September 1998, is one of the worldwide leaders in development and production of specialty fiber products for a broad spectrum from 300 nm to 16 µm. Unique technologies of Polycrystalline Mid InfraRed (PIR-) fibers and Metal coated Silica fibers are used for assembly of various spectroscopy probes for medical diagnostics and industrial process control, in volume production of fiber for medical and industrial lasers, for different fiber bundles, etc. Since January 2024 art photonics GmbH is a member of NYNOMIC GROUP.
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Development of the novel hook-shaped ATR probes

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19 February 2020

Within the MIRACLE project, art photonics GmbH developed the first prototypes of the unique hook-shaped fiber optic MIR probe for arthroscopy. The innovative MIR hook probe is based on the optical system of fibers and mirrors and satisfied the strict requirements from clinicians: tiny diameter (less than 3 mm), biocompatible materials and 90o angle hook shape. The above-mentioned features allow to reach distinct areas of cartilage for manual probing during the arthroscopy.

Two technical designs were engineered by art photonics. The first design enables multiple use of the probe due to high-resistant diamond tip. Second design solves the problem of low signal due to extra-sensitive disposable fiber loop on the end for single-time measurement.

The both prototypes were extensively tested together with consortium partners University of Eastern Finland on cartilage samples in Kuopio and showed reliable performance in recognition of crucial spectral markers of osteoarthritis.

The hook-shaped probe is essential part of the clinical device to be built in cooperation with technical partners as OptoPrecision GmbH, Nanoplus GmbH, IRIS and Norwegian University of Life Sciences and conform with the European Medical Device Regulation EU 2017/745.

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