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Germany Optoelectronics Photonics Quantum Computing Research Project Technology Development University Research

9 months ago

Key Components for Future Technologies: New Research Project 'NEPOMUQ' Launched

➀ The Bergische Universität Wuppertal initiates a new research project, NEPOMUQ, to develop optoelectronic modulators over the next three years. ➁ The project aims to explore novel perovskite materials with strong nonlinear optical properties. ➃ The technology could revolutionize ion-based quantum computing by enabling the creation of photonic chips that can encapsulate and manipulate hundreds or even thousands of ions.

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9 months ago

Prototype photonic chip uses exotic quantum states of squeezed light

➀ BBN Technologies is developing a prototype photonic chip using exotic quantum states of 'squeezed light' as part of DARPA's INSPIRED program; ➁ The chip requires detection sensitivity 16 dB below the fundamental 'shot noise' limit, surpassing conventional sensors; ➂ The technology aims to provide users with environmental data with greater than ten times the precision of current sensors, with potential applications in LiDAR, fiber-based sensing, biosensing, and more.

Laser Technology Optics Photonics research funding

9 months ago

ERC Grant: Revolutionizing Plasma Control with Lasers

➀ Dr. Clara Saraceno at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is developing ultrafast lasers to control plasma properties for efficient light generation; ➁ The ERC Consolidator Grant will fund this research for five years; ➂ The project aims to revolutionize light generation and have significant implications for atmospheric plasma applications.

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10 months ago

CEO Interview: Dr. Adam Carter of OpenLight

➀ OpenLight is the first open silicon photonics platform with integrated lasers; ➁ Solves challenges in design, manufacturing, and deployment of silicon photonics; ➂ Strongest application areas include data centers, AI/ML, and HPC; ➃ Focuses on scalability and efficiency for photonic components; ➄ Differentiates by enabling direct integration of active components into silicon; ➅ Developing advanced PICs and expanding portfolio with 1.6Tb products.

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Researchers create new microchip design that abandons electricity for sound and light

➀ Researchers have developed a new microchip design that uses sound and light instead of electricity; ➁ The technology utilizes stimulated Brillouin scattering to generate and control sound waves on a microchip surface; ➂ The research could lead to advancements in 5G/6G networks, sensors, and advanced communications technology.

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about 1 year ago

Intel unveils world's first optical interconnect tech using photonics, 100x distance increased

1. Intel has unveiled the world's first fully integrated optical compute interconnect (OCI) chiplet co-packaged with an Intel CPU, demonstrating live data at the Optical Fiber Communications Conference (OFC) 2024. 2. The OCI chiplet supports up to 64 channels at 32Gbps data transmission speeds, significantly enhancing bandwidth, energy efficiency, latency, and reach. 3. The new optical I/O system can scale up to 100 meters of fiber optics, a 100x increase in distance compared to traditional electrical I/O, crucial for high-performance computing (HPC) and AI systems.

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10 months ago

Physicist from the University of Jena receives ERC Synergy Grant for joint project to accelerate data transmission

➀ A research project at the Universities of Jena and Karlsruhe (KIT) and the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) will receive €14 million from the ERC for six years of interdisciplinary research on combining electronics and photonics. ➁ The goal is to overcome the bottleneck of the electro-optical modulator to significantly increase data transmission speed. ➂ The project will involve optimizing and miniaturizing electro-optical components and incorporating new non-linear optical materials into photonic integrated circuits (PICs).

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Light Modulation of the Future

➀ Fraunhofer IPMS offers photonic systems with spatial light modulators for precise control and high image quality; ➁ The systems enable new applications in various industries and sectors; ➂ The institute develops custom spatial light modulators with millions of micro-mirrors on a semiconductor chip, controlling their movement with an ASIC.

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Xscape Photonics Secures $44 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionize Data Center Connectivity

➀ Xscape Photonics has secured $44 million in Series A funding; ➁ The round was led by IAG Capital Partners; ➂ Cisco Systems Inc. and Nvidia Corp. participated in the round.

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Photonics Quantum Communication

Photon-Powered Innovation Transforms Telecom and Security

➀ Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed a groundbreaking device using light for energy-efficient and secure data processing, advancing telecommunications; ➁ The device uses minimal light, offering significant energy savings and improved security; ➂ The innovation promises greener telecom solutions and enhanced data security, with early trials showing energy consumption 100 times less than conventional systems.

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Interface Problem Solved: UDDC Ensures Seamless Transmission of Image Data to Microdisplays

➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) has developed a Universal Display Data Converter (UDDC) for seamless image data transfer to microdisplays. ➁ The UDDC converts various video interfaces to a standard for driving microdisplays and facilitates development in AR and VR. ➂ The system uses an FPGA and supports industry-standard video protocols, including MIPI D-PHY+DSI and SMPTE SDI.

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PhotonDelta launches competition for PIC applications

➀ PhotonDelta is launching a contest in collaboration with Wevolver to develop applications for photonic chips that address global challenges; ➁ The contest is supported by a €60 million fund and aims to foster innovation in the PIC ecosystem; ➂ Winners will receive services worth €50,000 and a chance to raise a €2 million loan from PhotonDelta.

Optical transceiver supports bidirectional comms up to 1.25Gbps

➀ An optical transceiver, P16548-01AT, supports bidirectional communication up to 1.25Gbps over distances up to 100mm; ➁ It maintains performance during communication between a stationary object and those rotating 360°; ➂ The transceiver uses non-contact, spatial light transmission to avoid issues with slip rings.

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Photonics Silicon Photonics

CIOE2024: Academic Contributions

➀ Shenzhen University of Technology presented research on on-chip light sources, highlighting the trend towards smaller, lower energy, and higher bandwidth lasers; ➁ Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications discussed silicon photonics integration chip design and application, emphasizing the use of micro-rings for refractive index monitoring and the optimization of single-mode bending waveguides; ➂ Zhejiang University introduced advancements in LNOI modulators based on hybrid integration, focusing on refractive index matching and light coupling between LN and SIN materials.

Innovate UK Photonics Quantum Key Distribution

Home-grown QKD receivers

➀ The Innovate UK's £1.5 million MARCONI project demonstrates quantum key distribution (QKD) through high-fidelity, modular, and scalable receiver modules. ➁ The project introduces two new OEM QKD receivers with different technologies, ensuring a robust domestic supply chain for critical quantum networking technologies. ➂ The receivers will be showcased in entanglement-based discrete variable-QKD transmission across both metro and long-haul networks, highlighting the scalability and performance of the MARCONI receivers.

Financial Results IQE MicroLED Photonics Revenue Wireless semiconductor

12 months ago

IQE H1 revenues up 27% y-o-y

➀ IQE's H1 revenue increased by 27% year-on-year to £66 million, with an EBITDA of £6.6 million. ➁ Wireless revenue rose by 73% to £38.8 million, while photonics revenue decreased by 4% to £26.8 million. ➂ The company reported an operating loss of £(12.1)m and adjusted cash inflow from operations of £1.8 million.