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Researchers have created a chip-based optical device that can dynamically control incoming infrared light, acting as a tunable lens to gather additional information for infrared cameras.

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Who
MIT researchers
What
Researchers have created a chip-based optical device that can dynamically control incoming infrared light, acting as a tunable lens to gather additional information for infrared cameras.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:12:22 GMT · 2h 12m ago
Where
MIT ·
Why
To improve the detection of gases and heat, which are currently limited by expensive and bulky systems for sensing infrared light.
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This development could lead to more sophisticated and accessible infrared cameras, improving the detection of environmental hazards like gas leaks and energy inefficiencies.

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