Semiconductor developer BluGlass has unveiled performance enhancements to its gallium nitride lasers, demonstrating leading-edge precision at the International Congress on Nitride Semiconductors in Malmö, Sweden.
The advances unlock key functionality for next-generation applications including quantum computing, secure communication and wearable medical devices.
BluGlass published its results in an invited presentation on GaN Distributed Feedback lasers and amplifiers for next-generation high-power devices at the global industry conference.
The demonstrated performance improvements include expanded Fabry-Pérot laser wavelengths and multi-mode power conversion efficiencies of 43 per cent, representing a 16 per cent year-over-year increase. The company also presented 685kHz narrow-linewidth GaN Distributed Feedback laser capabilities, providing enhanced application versatility where power, precision and tunability are required.
BluGlass has expanded its demonstrated single-mode wavelengths to include aqua-marine and light green with true green wavelengths in development, extending its violet and blue GaN laser capabilities.
Chief executive Jim Haden said the improvements supported the company’s quantum, scientific and biotech customers, offering advanced precision and tunability in visible wavelengths.
“Advancements in quantum computing and quantum applications are being underpinned by stimulated light interaction with unique materials, down to the atomic scale, requiring specific wavelengths, and tunability to target individual atomic interactions,” Haden said.
“BluGlass’ compact DFB lasers have the potential to pave the way for secure quantum communication networks – a significant opportunity given the broader global quantum application market is forecasted to reach US$125 billion by 2030.”
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