Andover Corporation’s Role in Laser-Based Technologies Across Industries

BEAM Series: Trends in optics for Laser-Based Technology

From battlefield precision to breakthroughs in quantum communication, laser-based technologies are revolutionizing every industry they touch. At the core of these innovations are high-performance optical filters and coatings-critical to controlling, directing, and protecting sensitive laser systems. With decades of expertise and vertically integrated manufacturing, Andover Corporation has become a go-to partner for filters spanning 193…

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BEAM Spotlight Series: Dave Litwinovich — Three Decades of Engineering Excellence

BEAM Series: Trends in optics for Laser-Based Technology

As part of our BEAM Spotlight Series (BEAM: Engineering), we’re proud to highlight the people behind the precision—those who quietly push boundaries and build the systems that keep Andover Corporation moving forward. Few embody that spirit more than Dave Litwinovich, our Vice President of Technology, who has spent nearly three decades transforming not just our engineering department, but the entire foundation of our production capabilities.

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Andover Filters Power NASA’s Deep Space Laser Communication

An orange and white tabby cat named Taters lying on a dark gray couch, featured in the video transmitted during NASA's Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) experiment. The image includes futuristic interface graphics overlaying the cat, with technical data, NASA logo, and colorful test patterns representing laser communication diagnostics.

In December 2023, NASA’s Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) experiment, led by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully transmitting an ultra-high-definition video via laser from nearly 19 million miles away—a distance equivalent to over 80 times the gap between Earth and the Moon. This technology demonstration marks…

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How Optical Technology Keeps Us Safe in Winter Weather

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Winter weather introduces a range of challenges, from sudden snowstorms to hazardous icy roads. Advances in optical technology are helping communities stay safer by enhancing forecasting, roadway monitoring, and emergency response. Optical filters and coatings play a vital role in weather-monitoring and safety systems, enabling greater precision and preparedness. Here’s how these technologies help address…

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The Role of Optical Components in Thanksgiving Dinner

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The Role of Optical Components in Thanksgiving Dinner The Role of Optical Components in Thanksgiving Dinner Published by Andover Corporation on Nov 26, 2024 1:00:00 PM As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, it’s a time to reflect on our culinary traditions and the innovations that enrich our food experience. Among the many technologies that play a vital role in…

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