InPHRED develops advanced optoelectronics solutions for applications including 3D sensing, bio-sensing, and automotive LIDAR. Their products offer high signal-to-noise sensitivity and accuracy suitable for demanding environments like AR/VR and cloud communications. The solutions are designed for cost-effective, volume-scale wafer-level fabrication with features like eye safety and display compatibility.
Funding
$4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional 3D sensing and spatial computing systems often struggle with limitations in signal-to-noise sensitivity and reliability, particularly in challenging environmental conditions. Existing imaging methods may also pose risks to eye safety due to high-power requirements.
Solution
InPHRED provides short-wave infrared (SWIR) vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs) designed to enhance the performance of 3D sensing and spatial computing applications. Their VCSEL technology delivers high-quality, eye-safe imaging by operating at wavelengths that minimize the risk of retinal damage. The SWIR VCSELs offer superior signal-to-noise sensitivity, enabling clear and crisp visibility in diverse environments, including those with sun glare, rain, fog, or dust. These lasers are also designed for seamless integration with OLED screens and are compact and power-efficient for use in wearable sensors.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers of automotive LIDAR systems, consumer electronics, AR/VR devices, and other applications requiring advanced 3D sensing and spatial computing capabilities.
Features
- Short-wave infrared (SWIR) vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs)
- Eye-safe operation at high power levels
- High signal-to-noise sensitivity for improved image quality
- Compatibility with OLED displays for integrated sensing solutions
- Compact and power-efficient design for wearable applications
- Wafer-level fabrication for cost-effective, volume-scale production
- Clear visibility in all environmental conditions (sun glare, rain, fog, dust)