
SEM micrograph before overcladding with low refractive index polymer

Optical micrograph of laminated optical foils in between FR4 base materials
Polymeric materials are essential components of modern and cost-effective microoptic and opto-electronic systems. Their spectral transparency and reliability are optimal for certain applications. Fraunhofer IZM brings more than 20 years of expertise in design, manufacturing and application specific characterisation to the benefit of its partners and customers.
Features:
- Optical waveguides, single-mode and multi-mode
- Based on commercial and customer specific epoxy and hybrid polymer materials
- On wafer and panel level
- Package and PCB integration
- Optical interfaces
- Characterisation
- Reliability and optical system test
Application:
- Data communication sub-systems
- Integrated (micro-fluidic, MEMS) sensor systems
- Optical fiber coupled systems