StellarNet, Inc. News and Press Releases
News and Updates for 2026
Technical Application Note – SMA-Lock
Miniature fiber optic spectrometers are widely used in applications where repeatable optical alignment is essential. Standard SMA-905 fiber connectors, however, can exhibit slight variations in rotation, axial position, or seating depth during repeated connection...
Why Turtle Safe Lighting Matters for Sea Turtle Survival + An Interview with FWC Experts
Why Turtle Safe Lighting Matters for Sea Turtle Survival + An Interview with FWC Experts Artificial lighting along coastlines is a well-documented threat to sea turtle populations. Species such as the loggerhead sea turtle and green sea turtle rely on natural light...
Invisible Losses in Oil Shipping: How Moisture Analysis Impacts Crude Oil Cargo Value at Sea
Invisible Losses in Oil Shipping: How Moisture Analysis Impacts Crude Oil Cargo Value at Sea Moisture is a common and often underestimated component of crude oil that directly impacts product value, transport efficiency, and refining performance. Even relatively low...
SPIE Defense + Security
StellarNet exhibited at SPIE Defense and Security this past April. We hope you had a chance to stop by our booth to explore spectroscopy solutions engineered for defense applications and system integration. Our spectrometer platforms are designed to support OEMs,...
StellarPro Software V2.6.1 Official Release
StellarPro V2.6.1 Newest UpdatesStellarPro Software Update — New Features & ImprovementsWe’ve been continuing to build out StellarPro with a focus on making everyday workflows smoother while adding more capability where it matters. This update brings a mix of new...
Earth Day 2026: Advancing Microplastics Detection with Raman Particle Analysis
Introduction: A Growing Environmental Challenge As global attention turns toward sustainability and environmental stewardship, microplastics have emerged as one of the most pervasive and least visible forms of pollution. These particles, typically defined as plastics...
2026 April Lyrid Meteor Shower Spectroscopy with StellarNet
The Lyrid meteor shower and spectroscopy intersect in the study of meteors' chemical composition and physical properties. When a meteor from the Lyrid shower enters Earth's atmosphere, it heats up and ionizes, creating a bright streak of light. Spectroscopy allows...
Happy National Beer Day! A Conversation with Ami Parrino, Beer Quality Expert at Florida Avenue Brewing
National Beer Day Celebrated on April 7th, commemorating the passage of the Cullen-Harrison Act which allowed Americans to legally purchase beer and wine for the first time since Prohibition A historic moment in brewing The Cullen-Harrison Act allowed Americans to...
Find a Rainbow Day Spectroscopy
The Science Behind Rainbows Rainbows form when sunlight interacts with water droplets in the atmosphere. As light enters a droplet, it refracts (bends) due to the change in medium from air to water, which slows down the light waves. Once inside the droplet, some of...
Cosmetic Ingredient Quality Analyzers
Our Cosmetic Industry Analyzers help streamline incoming inspection and quality control for blending, formulation, and final product verification. By combining NIR (ChemWiz-ADK), color measurement (ColorWiz), and Raman particle analysis, you can reduce costs while...