Simple and versatile mid-infrared laser seed platform

This project intends to develop a new platform for lasers operating in the mid-infrared, an invisible portion of the optical spectrum where molecules have unique signatures that allow identifying what is present in which quantity in a gas sample or in a chemical sample. These lasers can be used in tele detection for instance to quantify emissions of pollutants from a chimney or to find sources of greenhouse gases. Current mid-infrared lasers do not fulfill all the needs, are too expansive or too fragile for deployment in commercial applications. If successful, the laser platform could become a product sold by the partner.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jérôme Genest

Student:

Partner:

Femtum Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université Laval

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