Nearly three years after the UPVfab facilities were equipped with hybrid integration photonic technology, the in-house laboratory of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) is on its way to becoming one of the few providers of photonic chips that feature this disruptive technology for the integrated photonics industry on a global scale.
Thanks to the integration and combination of various processes on a silicon nitride (SiN) base, UPVfab aims to establish itself as one of the most relevant players internationally in the development of this technology, being one of the few companies or universities worldwide, and the only one in Spain.
The final product, a photonic chip whose light or laser can move and change color, will be used in various products and services such as autonomous vehicles, medical analysis instruments, and data storage centers, among others. In this way, UPVfab contributes as a decisive player in globally significant industries such as healthcare, automotive, and telecommunications.
“In our laboratory, we already have pilot experiences in the manufacturing of hybrid integration photonic chips. At this moment, we are preparing to be the reference technology platform for international clients who demand these innovations that add value to products that are part of the present but will be an even greater revolution in the future,” said UPVfab Director, Pascual Muñoz.
From UPVfab, they also state that due to its characteristics as UPV’s in-house laboratory, as well as the facilities and technologies with which it is equipped, they are the ideal provider for companies seeking to engage with a hybrid integration photonic provider.
In this regard, the profile of companies seeking this technology is mainly characterized by being, in turn, service providers for the aforementioned industries (healthcare, automotive, telecommunications…) that operate on a global scale.
The profile is very heterogeneous, ranging from small startups to small and medium-sized enterprises with 50-200 employees, large multinationals, and so on.
In short, the UPVfab laboratory at the Universitat Politècnica de València aspires to become a key player in hybrid integration photonic technology.
With the experience gained after modernizing its facilities to feature the latest photonic industry technology, UPVfab has already gained global recognition for offering advanced photonic chips that are essential in key sectors.
Utilizing combined processes on silicon nitride, these chips are crucial for emerging technologies, including autonomous vehicles and medical analysis equipment.
UPVfab’s ability to serve a wide range of clients underscores its role as a vital technology platform, aiming to position the laboratory at the forefront of photonics globally and paving the way for future innovations in the industry.
