PhotonFirst Blog focuses on updates and news in the field of integrated photonics sensing. This blog is an essential resource for anyone who is interested in staying up-to-date with the latest developments in this fast-growing area of technology. This blog provides insights and analysis that you won't find anywhere else. Whether discussing new research findings or covering upcoming industry events, PhotonFirst brings together all of the latest news and trends.
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Michael Haverdings from PhotonFirst shares an exciting vision for the future of precision sensing using a chip-based technology for fiber optic sensing. With a blend of mature industry experience and a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, PhotonFirst is pioneering the way in high-precision sensing across various sectors. Here's a closer look at the insights Michael shared in his conversation with Edwin Vlems.
Lens R&D and PhotonFirst join forces to bring space grade photonic innovation from concept to scalable production, starting with the MAUS CubeSat sun sensor and its custom PIC package. This partnership combines Lens R&D’s heritage in high reliability sun sensors with PhotonFirst’s PIC packaging capabilities for harsh environments.
Amsterdam’s historic canals and bridges were never built for today’s 30‑ton trucks, yet they carry them every day. To keep quay walls and bridges safe without shutting the city down, Amsterdam needs reliable data on what really drives over its infrastructure – not just assumptions.
For years, optical frequency combs have been one of those photonics technologies that promised a lot, but rarely made it out of the lab. The concept is powerful: A single light source that delivers dozens of perfectly spaced laser lines. But in practice, most combs were big, power-hungry, and far too inefficient for industrial use.
A satellite orbiting Earth, while collecting key data on temperature, pressure, and radiation, is becoming a reality thanks to the efforts of a dedicated student team and PhotonFirst
It was recently announced that the Netherlands will benefit from a substantial investment in the photonics industry by the EU. Out of a total investment of 380 million Euros across the European Union, the Netherlands will receive a share of 133 million Euros for the development of a pilot photonic chip factory.
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Join us at PhotonFirst as we take Fiber Optic Sensing (FOS) from the research lab to real-world applications. Discover how our innovative, chip-based FOS technology is transforming industries by providing precise, reliable, and scalable measurement solutions.