Development Projects

The aim of the project was to develop a new technology for highly efficient and powerful LED and laser modules for lighting applications. In order to achieve higher energy efficiency and increase light intensity, we will develop a new monocrystalline phosphor with optimized optical properties. In addition, a new laser process for structuring the surface of the phosphor will be developed. In terms of application, the project is aimed at a new generation of light sources generating white light in areas such as automotive, headlights or outdoor lighting.

The project's objectives were: 1. To develop a completely new electro-optical modulator of a free-beam light beam with a wavelength of 2.1 μm with a fast response below 1 μs 2. To develop a completely new electromagnetic-optical modulator of a free-beam light beam with a wavelength of 2.1 μm with a fast response below 1 ns. 3. To design and prepare special glasses with metal nanoparticles for these modulators, especially Fe, Ni, Co, Cu, Ag, Au and Pt. 4. To control the size and shape of nanoparticles in special glasses by heat treatment under the simultaneous action of an electric or magnetic field. 5. To change the refractive index of these special glasses with nanoparticles by the action of an electric or magnetic field. 6. To develop and verify the technologies for the production of special glasses and the technology for the production of modulators.

The aim of the project was to transfer research results from research organizations to the production sphere, which will ultimately lead to the introduction of production and practical use of new types of fiber lasers, especially in progressive industrial and medical applications in the spectral region around 2 μm. The resulting fiber lasers based on thulium-doped optical fibers will be offered as a stand-alone solution (OEM) or integrated in a fully automated process station (cell).

The main aim of the project was to develop a prototype of a broad-spectrum optical signal source and to introduce pilot plants of components based on soft glass fibers for the generation of broad-spectrum optical signals, or rather, serial production.

The presented project has four main goals: 1. To develop and prepare a pumping laser module for serial production 2. To design, manufacture and test an optical coupler 3. To develop a technology for the production of a coupler by the molding process (IGMP) 4. To design a reflective layer and develop a technology for its application

The project focused on applied research into new applications of power LEDs by combining the two basic functions for which LEDs are designed. The first function is lighting and the second, equally important, is wireless communication between end devices (objects). The main areas of application are intelligent modules for the automotive industry with the development of contour and daytime running lighting functions with the possibility of optical communication between vehicles and vehicles and infrastructure, as well as intelligent modules for the widest range of applications that use the combination of both basic functions (lighting and communication) into one closed unit.

The aim of the project was to develop, optimize and manufacture sensor elements capable of increasing the sensitivity and response of standard Raman or fluorometric photometers by an order of magnitude.

The objectives of the project solution were the design and implementation of an optical pH meter suitable for measuring biological samples (pH range approx. 5.5-7.5) on a microscopic scale (resolution below 50 micrometers), which is currently not available on the domestic or global market.

The initial goal of the competence center was to find a sustainable basis for cooperation between high-tech industrial companies and key universities in the Czech Republic in the field of sensor technologies.

The project is focused on solving safety problems of optical fibers and cables. One of the goals was to monitor the temperature distribution inside power conductors along with the specification of the temperature profile position, another part of the project dealt with the issue of accelerated aging of optical fibers and cables when they are loaded with high optical powers, which arise in the fibers due to the influence of optical amplifiers or as a result of the deployment of DWDM and UHWDM systems.

The fiber-optic approach for liquid detection presents significant advantages compared to, for example, semiconductor and electronic detection approaches.

The planned output of the project was the construction of a prototype system for detecting UV radiation. The detection system was constructed on a unique basis combining fiber optic components that withstand high temperatures and electromagnetic interference, and a detection unit equipped with electronics for evaluating and displaying the measured UV radiation intensity.

The aim of this Euréka SMATECH project was to comprehensively develop the production technology and related handling processes of these mechanical optical fiber connectors.

The aim of the project was to develop new optical components (devices) for optical communications based on the unique nonlinear and linear properties of a new class of optical fibers - microstructured fibers.

The project focused on applied research and experimental development of optical fiber components for laser devices operating in the spectral region around 2 micrometers.

The planned goal of the proposed project was to implement a prototype of a detection system that will be designed for carbon dioxide detection. The detection system will be constructed on a unique basis combining an optical-chemical converter, fiber-optic components and a silicon chip.

Design and implementation of an optical packet switch.

The project focused on the design of technologies for optical integrated circuits implemented on polymers (SU8, PMMA, PMMI, NOA, etc.) and their use for the construction of optical structures for informatics and sensors (e.g. PON-FTTH networks or sensors in aerospace technology).

The project's goal was to bring the benefits of photonics to aircraft data communications by implementing a highly integrated optical infrastructure capable of supporting multiple aircraft networks over a lighter and more modular physical layer, thereby improving performance (connection, flexibility, bandwidth and channel) compared to today's heterogeneous electrical data communications infrastructure.

TAMSOT - is a stand-alone optoelectronic device, connectable to live or reserve optical fibers of optical cable routes, performing continuous long-term control of the basic functional transmission parameters of the cable part of the line tract by the method of continuous measurement of the power level of the auxiliary signal and ensuring immediate signaling of cases of exceeding their permitted tolerances. TAMSOT is a modifiable system, widely applicable to existing optical networks of all levels and types without any restrictions or disruptions to operation.