The Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) proudly unveiled its latest innovations in diode lasers and ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (LEDs) at Photonics West 2024 in San Francisco. During the trade fair from January 27 to February 1, and the accompanying conferences from January 30 to February 1, FBH presented a comprehensive range of services at booth 4205-43 in the German Pavilion, featuring over 20 scientific talks.

The institute showcased high-power diode lasers, including 915 nm broad area lasers with an impressive 1,200 µm aperture designed for materials processing applications, and compact fiber-coupled laser modules capable of converting light into visible wavelengths for a variety of life science applications. In addition, FBH introduced compact 226 nm far-UVC LEDs tailored for gas sensing and nitrogen oxide measurement applications, offering an efficient and reliable alternative to traditional light sources.

The introduction of FBH's pioneering diode lasers and UV LEDs at Photonics West 2024 exemplified the institute's dedication to pushing the boundaries of optoelectronic technology across diverse domains, from materials processing and LiDAR to health care and quantum technologies. As FBH continued to drive innovation in optical technologies, its contributions promised to shape the future landscape of photonics applications with enhanced performance and versatility.

Original press release https://www.fbh-berlin.de/en/media-center/press-releases/fbh-presents-high-performance-semiconductor-light-sources-at-photonics-west-2024