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Term: Photonics

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Term: Photonics

Definition:
The technology involved with the generation, detection, transmission and control of light and other electromagnetic radiation whose quantum unit is the photon. In digital imaging, this technology is involved in the area of sensor technology, both in imaging systems and devices used in quality control related to digital imaging.
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