Podcast – Luna Innovations

Building Strong Partnerships in the Wind Industry

Wind Industry

We explore a compelling case study involving advanced laser technology in the context of wind sensing. The discussion delves into the innovative application of laser-based wind detection, highlighting the significance of reliability, performance, and seamless collaboration in driving success in the wind industry. Martin provides a concise overview of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology,…

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Pioneering Commercial Success in Atomic Physics

Martin Reese, Director of Sales for the RIO Laser Division at Luna Innovations, delves into a remarkable case study centered around the application of RIO lasers in atomic physics. It highlights the pivotal role of RIO lasers in the laser cooling and trapping process, shedding light on their groundbreaking contributions to a unique niche within…

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Elevating Perimeter Security: How Rio Lasers Redefine Reliability and Performance

Over the course of eight years, Martin delves into how Rio lasers have played a pivotal role in revolutionizing the customer’s approach to security, transitioning from short-range to long-arm interferometry solutions. This intriguing case study underscores the marriage of technology and trust, highlighting the indelible impact of RIO lasers on security solutions. Featured in this…

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Charting the Future of Automotive Lidar: Innovations in FMCW Technology

In this interview, Chuck Smith engages with Martin Reese, shedding light on a compelling case study involving automotive lidar technology. Martin, the Director of Sales for the RIO Laser Division at Luna Innovations, offers a deep dive into the intricacies of the case study, focusing on the integration of FMCW (Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave) lidar into…

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data center workforce
The Next Data Center Bottleneck Isn’t Power or Cooling — It’s People: The Data Center Workforce
February 8, 2026

With the rapid rise of AI workloads, data centers are being built with higher power density, stricter reliability expectations, and cooling technologies that are evolving faster than most teams can adapt. As a result, these facilities aren’t just getting bigger—they’re becoming harder to operate, harder to staff, and far less forgiving when something goes…

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Telecom
Precision With Purpose: The Geospatial Advantage in Telecom Network Planning
February 7, 2026

Telecom networks are no longer planned or evaluated in isolation. As 5G, private LTE, fixed wireless, and mission-critical communications expand, operators are expected to deliver stronger coverage, higher reliability, and demonstrable performance—often while managing complex technologies and constrained resources. Regulators, customers, and public agencies are increasingly focused on outcomes that can be measured and…

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future of public safety
Clarity Under Pressure: Technology, Trust, and the Future of Public Safety
February 7, 2026

When something goes wrong in a community—a major storm, a large-scale accident, a violent incident—there’s often a narrow window where clarity matters most. Leaders must make fast decisions, responders need to trust the information in front of them, and the systems supporting those choices have to work as intended. Public safety agencies now rely…

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weather Intelligence
Clarity in the Storm: Weather Intelligence, GIS, and the Future of Operational Awareness
February 6, 2026

For many organizations today, the weather has shifted from an occasional disruption to a constant planning factor. Scientific assessments show that extreme weather events—including heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and wildfires—are occurring more frequently and with greater intensity, placing growing strain on infrastructure, utilities, and public services. As weather-related disruptions become more costly and harder to…

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