Lookin develops terahertz scanners that utilize terahertz waves for non-destructive material characterization and quality control. These scanners enable high-throughput analysis by penetrating optically opaque materials and identifying molecular signatures, addressing the need for efficient and safe inspection methods in various industries.
Funding
$1.1M 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
Many industrial quality control processes rely on destructive testing or are limited by the opacity of materials, hindering efficient and comprehensive inspection. Existing non-destructive methods often lack the speed, sensitivity, or spectral information needed for advanced material characterization and defect detection.
Solution
Lookin provides terahertz (THz) scanners that use non-ionizing THz waves to perform non-destructive material analysis and quality control. These scanners penetrate optically opaque materials, enabling the identification of molecular signatures and the detection of internal defects without damaging the sample. The technology offers significantly improved dynamic range compared to conventional THz time-domain spectroscopy/imaging, leading to faster, more sensitive, and more accurate quality control in advanced manufacturing. The scanners support in-line and in-situ applications, providing real-time feedback for process optimization and defect mitigation.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers in the battery, fuel cell, aerospace, and other advanced manufacturing sectors who require non-destructive quality control solutions for material characterization and defect detection.
Features
- Terahertz time-domain imaging for non-destructive inspection
- Multi-pixel solutions for high-throughput scanning
- High signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and wide bandwidth for enhanced sensitivity
- Hyperspectral imaging capabilities for material identification
- Depth information extraction for subsurface defect detection
- Advanced data analysis solutions for automated quality assessment