16 LiDAR Solutions from KrellTech and 14 other partners

STRONG GROWTH AHEAD FOR THE MICROLENS ARRAYS MARKET The global microlens arrays market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.3% through 2034, driven by increasing demand in 3D sensing, AR/VR, LiDAR, advanced imaging, and high-performance laser applications. Micro-optics is becoming a key enabler of next-generation photonics systems. The competitive landscape is evolving. Advantage is no longer defined by component production alone, but by precision, repeatability, wafer-level scalability, and the ability to deliver integrated micro-optical subsystems. Advanced materials, photolithography, and system-level co-design are critical differentiators. As our CEO, Veli-Pekka Leppanen, comments: “It is encouraging to be part of a market that continues to demonstrate strong growth. Our investments in advanced manufacturing technologies and scalable micro-optics production are grounded in long-term market insight. We believe that combining precision, scalability, and system-level expertise is essential to meeting the evolving demands of next-generation photonics applications.” Long-term investment and manufacturing excellence create sustainable competitive advantage in a rapidly expanding market. #Nanocomp #RadiantOptoElectronics #photonics #MicrolensArrays #GreenParkJoensuu Source: https://lnkd.in/dW2qPHsY Semiconductor Insight

Photonic integrated circuits are redefining how imaging systems are built, shrinking complex optical setups into scalable chips that guide light with precision. From LiDAR and medical imaging to advanced sensing, PICs enable smaller and more energy-efficient solutions while reducing system complexity. But the real shift isn’t just better components, it’s rethinking entire imaging architectures around photonics. This innovation wave is also driving real-world engineering challenges, like the Global Photonics Engineering Contest, where engineers and innovators design next-generation applications powered by photonic chips, with support, industry exposure, and funding opportunities available. Learn how integrated photonics is shaping the future of imaging, and how engineers can help build what comes next: https://wevlv.co/4um6P1t #photondelta #engineering #technology #PICs #lidar PhotonDelta

Tunable Semiconductor Filters Market Advances for Strong Growth During 2025-2035 Market Overview The Tunable Semiconductor Filters Market is gaining serious momentum in the world of advanced electronics and photonics. These innovative filters, which dynamically adjust their optical or RF properties using semiconductor materials, are becoming essential for next-gen applications like 5G/6G telecom, LiDAR, spectroscopy, and optical sensing. Unlike fixed filters, tunable ones offer real-time adaptability, squeezing more performance out of compact devices while slashing power use and costs....

🚀 New Publication in ACS Photonics – Extending SWIR APDs Toward 2 μm I’m excited to share our latest paper: “A Study of the Avalanche Multiplication and Excess Noise in AlₓIn₁₋ₓAsᵧSb₁₋ᵧ Avalanche Photodiodes Lattice-Matched to GaSb” Published in ACS Photonics 🔗 DOI: https://lnkd.in/eMD9u_jT In this work, we present a systematic investigation of avalanche multiplication and excess noise in Al₀.₇In₀.₃As₀.₃₁Sb₀.₆₉ APDs lattice-matched to GaSb, covering multiplication region widths from 103 nm to 1511 nm. 🔬 Key Highlights: 📉 Excess noise strongly depends on multiplication region width → Fₑ = 2.6 to 6 at Mₑ = 20 as the width decreases ⚡ Ionization coefficients extracted over a wide electric field range → 195–830 kV/cm 🌈 Demonstrated an SACM APD operating up to 2 μm 🚀 Achieved: Maximum avalanche gain Mₑ = 197 Fₑ = 5 at Mₑ = 20 64% EQE at 1.55 μm and measurable response at 2 μm (without AR coating) These results provide important insight into noise mechanisms in Sb-based avalanche materials, helping to clarify discrepancies in previously reported low-noise AlInAsSb devices. This work advances the development of room-temperature extended-SWIR APDs for applications including: Gas sensing (CH₄, CO₂) LiDAR Photon-starved detection systems A big thank you to all collaborators across Sheffield, Heriot-Watt, Lancaster, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences for the excellent teamwork. Looking forward to discussions and collaborations in extended-SWIR and low-noise avalanche photodiodes! #Photonics #APD #SWIR #LiDAR #Semiconductors #AvalanchePhotodiode #Optoelectronics

Excited to share a recent paper I co-authored with Luis Reveles: “SPADs for Depth Sensing and Quantum Photon Detection” In this work, we explore how Single-Photon Avalanche Diodes (SPADs) enable: • Sub-100 ps timing resolution in time-of-flight (ToF) systems • CMOS-integrated LiDAR for mobile and automotive platforms • Quantum photon detection and heralded photon measurements • Time-gated biasing techniques to reduce dark counts We also analyzed real-world implementations, including Apple’s SPAD-based dToF LiDAR architecture and emerging SiGe-based devices for 1550 nm applications. SPAD technology sits at a fascinating intersection of: Semiconductor device physics High-speed detection CMOS integration Quantum photonics Grateful for the guidance of Professor Sean Shaheen and the opportunity to dive deeper into advanced semiconductor devices.

New from Ophir / MKS Instruments: Advanced Beam Profiling for SWIR & Emerging Laser Applications We’re excited to share the latest innovations from MKS Instruments and the Ophir product portfolio, expanding the possibilities for accurate laser beam analysis across cutting-edge applications. 🔹 Ophir SP301Q – Colloidal Quantum Dot (CQD) Beam Profiler Featuring CQD sensor technology, the SP301Q delivers high sensitivity, fast shutter speeds, and wide dynamic range across 400–1700 nm, including SWIR. It provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional InGaAs-based solutions without compromising performance — ideal for LiDAR, optical communications, remote sensing, and advanced R&D environments. https://lnkd.in/dp7uqGdP 🔹 Ophir SP403P – Large-Area SWIR Beam Profiler Designed for large-diameter SWIR beams, the SP403P offers an active area of 12.3 × 12.3 mm with an impressive 4512 × 4512 pixel resolution. This enables highly detailed, repeatable measurements without the usual trade-offs between field of view, resolution, and cost — well suited for telecom, industrial laser systems, and defense applications. https://lnkd.in/dZBtP5iP Both solutions are fully supported by Ophir BeamGage® Professional software, powered by Ultracal™ technology and compliant with ISO 11146-3, ensuring reliable analysis, reporting, and ease of use. These new beam profilers mark an important step forward in accessible, high-performance laser diagnostics for both R&D and production environments. Interested in learning more or discussing your application? Feel free to reach out. #Photonics #Lasers #BeamProfiling #SWIR #Ophir #MKSInstruments #OpticalEngineering #LiDAR

🚀 Even better hybrid integrated laser performance: our latest generation pushes fiber-laser-level coherence and fast MHz piezo tuning to new heights — with dramatically lower noise and losses for real-world impact. What this means in practice: Sharper intrinsic linewidth (sub-Hz possible) Integrated linewidth comfortably under 1 kHz Strong 30+ mW output Smooth MHz-level frequency agility (flat & reliable) Clean FMCW chirps (<0.1% nonlinearity) — no extra corrections for long-range use Ideal for: Advanced FMCW LiDAR (longer range, clearer mapping) Precision quantum sensing & atomic systems Reliable distributed fiber sensing Stable coherent communications & metrology We're scaling this breakthrough to 12-inch production next month at 25FAB — unlocking higher yields, better consistency, and custom fabrication at volume. If you're a startup, researcher, or R&D team ready to integrate this enhanced performance into your next project: please email us for details on custom runs, specs, quotes, or next steps. Contact: info@25fab.ch https://25fab.ch/ Excited to help bring next-gen photonics to life! #IntegratedPhotonics #UltraLowNoiseLaser #PiezoTunable #FMCWLiDAR #QuantumSensing #PhotonicICs #25FAB

𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟲 The global Photon Counting Cameras market is projected to reach USD 4,328 million by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 14.4% during 2026–2036. Market growth is driven by rising demand for ultra-low-light, high-dynamic-range, and time-resolved imaging across quantum technologies, LiDAR, biomedical imaging, semiconductor inspection, and aerospace & defense. As photon-level detection becomes critical for next-generation sensing and measurement systems, value creation is increasingly shifting toward high-yield SPAD arrays, sub-100 ps timing resolution, advanced signal processing, and system-level integration. 𝗕𝘆 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: • Low Resolution (<0.1 MP) • Mid Resolution (0.1–1 MP) • High Resolution (>1 MP) 𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: • Semiconductors • Biomedical • Aerospace & Defense • Telecommunications • Others 𝗕𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻: • North America • Europe • Asia-Pacific • South America • Middle East & Africa 𝗕𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: • Photon Force • Pi Imaging Technology • ADVACAM • DECTRIS • Nüvü Camēras • First Light Imaging • Quantum Detectors • Varex Imaging 👉 𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀, 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀. https://lnkd.in/d-qkJPXF #PhotonCounting #ImagingTechnology #QuantumTechnology #LiDAR #BiomedicalImaging #SemiconductorInspection #AdvancedSensors #Optoelectronics #MarketForecast #NovatrendsMarketIntelligence

Turns out thin film magnetic materials with in-plane magnetic anisotropy could be useful solutions to communicate to space vehicles. Check out our new publication with Andrew Maicke and Leopoldo Hernandez, Ph.D. https://lnkd.in/gnNcuuHp

From lab innovation to real‑world photonic products. At Deeplight, we’re ramping up our photonic packaging activities to ship hybrid‑integrated optoelectronic systems for next‑gen communications, LiDAR, sensing and quantum. If photonics, packaging and hands‑on hardware sound like someone you know, I’d love for you to share or tag them. #Photonics #PackagingEngineer #IntegratedPhotonics #DeepTech #SwissInnovation #Lausanne