Vector Scribe provides a benchtop laser direct‑writing system that creates micro‑ and nano‑scale surface structures in a single, mask‑less step, eliminating photomasks and chemical processing. The platform converts digital designs into diffractive optical elements, security patterns, and functional textures, enabling rapid prototyping and low‑volume production of master molds for high‑volume replication.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Creating micro- and nano-scale surface structures traditionally requires photolithography masks, multiple chemical processing steps, and specialized cleanroom facilities, which are time‑consuming and costly for low‑volume or prototype production.
Solution
VectorScribe offers a laser direct‑writing platform that fabricates surface microstructures in a single step without masks or chemical development. The system uses focused laser beams to ablate or modify material surfaces, producing diffractive optical elements, anticounterfeiting features, and dynamic surface modifications directly from digital designs. By eliminating the need for photomasks and wet processing, the platform reduces turnaround time and material waste, enabling rapid iteration of prototypes and small‑batch masters for high‑volume replication. The technology is available as a benchtop microprinter, allowing users to generate custom microstructures on‑site with minimal infrastructure.
Target Audience
Primary customers include photonics researchers, security and anticounterfeiting product developers, and bioengineering labs that require custom micro‑structured surfaces for prototyping or low‑volume production.
Features
- Maskless, single‑step laser direct writing eliminates photomask design and chemical processing
- Direct fabrication of diffractive optical elements, security patterns, and functional surface textures
- Desktop‑size microprinter suitable for laboratory or small‑scale production environments
- Rapid design‑to‑part workflow from digital file to finished microstructure
- Capability to produce master molds for downstream replication processes