ANALYSIS: THE PHOTONICS 100
integration is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of optical networks. This technology has the capacity to bring about significant advancements in all the segments of the optical communication network (transport, access, data centres) by addressing key challenges, notably in terms of power consumption and cost reduction, while facilitating the scaling of network capacity.” Desi Gutierrez, Director of Photonics, Pilot Photonics “Components and systems for next generation-optical communications (both datacom and telecom): there are significant activities in development of narrow linewidth lasers for coherent communication, multi-colour laser sources for cheaper and easier wavelength multiplexed channels, as well as emergence of extremely fast modulation techniques (LN, BTO, polymer- and plasmonic-based modulators).” Anton Stroganov, Product Manager, Ligentec “The telecommunication industry with its increasing demand for high-speed internet and data transmission will certainly have a growing need for advanced photonics technologies. However, I expect the photonics sector to experience significant growth in the field of quantum technology in the next 12 months as well.” Tilo Steinmetz, Product Manager, Menlo Systems “Optical transport solutions are set to ascend to unprecedented heights of innovation and capability. The relentless expansion of 5G networks and the explosive growth of bandwidth-hungry applications will compel the industry to engineer optical networks with mind-bending speeds and almost limitless capacity, with data rates like 400G and 800G becoming the new norm.” Robert Todd, Chief Technology Officer, Optalysys
Automotive “The automotive sector is the clear frontrunner for photonics growth in the coming year. With the largest total addressable market, the benefits are multifaceted – drivers will experience increased safety and OEMs can access technology
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specifically designed for automotive standards. I believe that, in the next 12 months, advancements in photonics- based technologies will not just be about the numbers; but about real-world impact.” Avi Bakal, CEO & Co-founder, TriEye Space “I think that the field of free- space optical communications has the potential to explode rapidly. It will enable unprecedented capability to emerging and established commercial Earth observation companies and other satellite operators, as well as governments. Furthermore, it is uniquely relevant to current geopolitical and military endeavours in the West and elsewhere, with large investments in the framework of SDA in the US.” Dalius Petrulionis, Program Manager, Light Conversion “The whole space sector is in my opinion a great untapped opportunity for the photonics industry. I’m not only talking laser communication, which is Cailabs’ field, but also all the needs for photonics components and systems in space surveillance, earth observation, etc.” Pu Jian, Chief Product Officer & Deputy-CEO, Cailabs
Industrial lasers “The use of ultrashort-pulse lasers in real industrial applications is becoming increasingly successful, in part due to the judicious use of beam shaping methods. On the other hand, laser cutting should not be neglected. The continuous increase in power up to 50kW
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will further increase the use of this technology and displace established methods.” Markus Kogel-Hollacher, Head of Dept. R&D Projects, Precitec Optronik “I think that laser-based manufacturing has the most potential for growth, particularly in the areas of glass and semiconductor processing for consumer electronics, display technology, and batteries for the e-mobility sector.” Bogusz Stępak, R&D Director of Laser Microprocessing, Fluence “An area with significant opportunities is surface processing. It can be used for applications that were not possible until recently. The entire field of surface engineering is gaining in importance.” Jan Brajer, Head of department, HiLASE Centre
Environment “Anything with renewable energy, whether it is sensors for wind speed or collimators for solar panels.” Hans-Peter Brecht, COO,
PhotoSound Technologies “I would probably focus on photovoltaics, and mainly the commercialisation of tandem devices.” Monica Morales-Masis, Professor, University of Twente “Laser technology can improve many conventional techniques to achieve greener processes. The laser can also improve the workpiece efficiency by, for example, texturing it and consequently decreasing its impact on the environment. All developments linked to ecological aspects will have a great opportunity to grow rapidly in the next 12 months.” - Anne Henrottin, Project Manager – Innovation, LASEA EO
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