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Disabled kids inspire musical instrument anyone can play


February 6, 2013

Sandia microsystems engineer Kent Pfeifer, left, and Taos businessman Dan Daily work on the circuitry for Daily's Midiwing musical instrument. The MidiWing can be played by anyone regardless of physical ability. (Photo by Randy Montoya) Click on the thumbnail for a high-resolution image.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Not everyone can play music. You need timing and rhythm, an ear for pitch and notes and an ability to interpret sheet music and symbols. You need physical coordination to apply those talents plus control of lungs, lips, arms and fingers to match the mechanics of a musical instrument. And you need strength and stamina to sustain the sounds you create...more


SPIE Photonics West 2013


February 4, 2013

SPIE

Sandia National Laboratories' research and collaborations will be highlighted in 26 presentations and two posters at the upcoming SPIE Photonics West 2013 Conference.  The presentations include seven invited papers showcasing Sandia's microsystems research, five of which involve collaborations with MIT, the University of Konstanz, the University of New Mexico, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Virginia and Yale University.  Visit our booth, number 201, to learn more about Sandia’s Microsystems Program.


 

Upcoming Presentations and Exhibits

SPIE Defense & Security
April 29 – May 3, 2013
Baltimore Convention Center
Baltimore, MD
Booth number: 1644
NSREC
(Nuclear and Space Radiation Effects Conference)
July 8-12, 2013
Hyatt Regency
San Francisco, CA
Booth number: 608
TechConnect World/Nanotech
May 12-16, 2013
Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center
National Harbor, MD
Booth number:  323
SPIE Optics &Photonics
August 25-29, 2013
San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, CA
Booth number: 935
CLEO
(Conference on Laser and Electro-Optics)
June 9-14, 2013
San Jose Convention Center
San Jose, CA
Booth number:  2234
DMSMS & Standardization
(Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages)
December 2-5, 2013
Gaylord Palms
Kissimmee, FL
Booth Number:  412

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