TechnologyJuly 13, 2026

optoelectronics

/ˌɒptoʊɪlɛkˈtrɒnɪks/

Definition

The branch of technology concerned with the combined use of light and electricity, particularly in devices that emit, detect, or control light.

Etymology

The word is a blend of 'opto-' (derived from the Greek 'optikos' for visual) and 'electronics' (from 'electron'). It emerged in the mid-20th century to describe the fusion of optical physics and electronic engineering.

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