CTO & Founder
K2 Photonics
K2 Photonics develops next-generation ultrafast lasers based on single-cavity dual-comb technology for precision sensing applications. Their product portfolio includes K2-ASOPS and K2-1000 systems, offering high-power, low-noise femtosecond pulse trains. These lasers enable advanced applications such as dual-comb spectroscopy, pump-probe sampling, and precision ranging.
- Hardware
- Industrial Automation
- Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
Updated 22 months ago
Funding
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$40KRaised 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
Many industrial processes, such as semiconductor and automotive manufacturing, require extremely precise and rapid measurements for quality control and process monitoring. Traditional metrology techniques often lack the speed, stability, and accuracy needed for advanced applications like thin-film inspection and gas sensing.
Solution
K2 Photonics develops single-cavity dual-comb lasers that generate two synchronized, high-repetition-rate laser pulse trains. These lasers enable rapid and accurate measurements by utilizing the unique properties of optical frequency combs. The company's technology provides enhanced stability, ultra-low noise, and high precision, making it suitable for demanding applications in industrial metrology and scientific research. The compact design integrates two lasers into a single unit, offering a practical solution for deployment in various settings.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes metrology leaders in semiconductor manufacturing, automotive production, gas sensing, and research institutions requiring high-precision measurement solutions.
Features
- Single-cavity dual-comb laser technology for inherent synchronization and stability
- High-speed optical delay sweeps for rapid data acquisition
- Ultra-low timing and intensity noise for high-precision measurements
- Compact and robust design for easy integration into existing systems
- Tunable repetition rate difference for flexible measurement configurations
- K2-1000 model: >2 W per beam, <110 fs pulse duration, sub-cycle relative timing jitter, fundamental Gaussian beam mode output
- K2-1000-mini model: Ultra-compact 1 GHz comb source, <200 fs pulse duration, > 1.5W per beam