L2M – Tunable Laser Business Canvas

The industry-standard tunable diode laser (TDL) has a limited tuning range (only a few nanometers), and the output wavelength can only be adjusted thermally which is a slow process. Applications requiring faster tuning, utilize some sort of mechanical element, some systems utilize Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology but these are all still mechanical in nature and do not have good repeatability. In addition mechanical methods are still not very fast, typically on the order of milliseconds. There are many applications which require much fast tuning speeds with good repeatability as it effects system performance, resolution and accuracy. Some application examples that need faster tuning speeds include optical coherence tomography used for retina imaging, telecommunications and more. This project will look at the market feasibility for a new laser technology that can address these gaps in the market today.

Faculty Supervisor:

Nicolas A. F. Jaeger

Student:

Partner:

I-INC Foundation for Business Development

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program: