Access resources highlighting the diverse applications and technical foundations of Grating Light Valve (GLV®), Planar Light Valve (PLV™), and Displacement Phase Modulator (DPM™) technologies. These materials offer practical knowledge and detailed analyses, covering topics from lithography and optical communications to display systems and precision laser processing, ideal for professionals seeking in-depth understanding and solutions across various industries.
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| PLV™ Technology An introduction to the Planar Light Valve (PLV™), a 2D spatial light modulator that extends the capabilities of the original 1D GLV® for new applications.
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| An introduction to the Planar Light Valve (PLV™), a 2D spatial light modulator that extends the capabilities of the original 1D GLV® for new applications. | |
| 8192-Channel Grating Light Valve for Ultra-Violet Direct Write Lithography A white paper on the development of a new 8192-channel GLV® spatial light modulator designed for high-resolution ultra-violet direct imaging (UVDI) applications.
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| A white paper on the development of a new 8192-channel GLV® spatial light modulator designed for high-resolution ultra-violet direct imaging (UVDI) applications. | |
| An Alternative Architecture for High Performance Display Presents an innovative system architecture using a scanned linear array of GLV® pixels to create high-resolution projected images for applications like Home Theater and Electronic Cinema.
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| Presents an innovative system architecture using a scanned linear array of GLV® pixels to create high-resolution projected images for applications like Home Theater and Electronic Cinema. | |
| Application of GLV Technology in Optical Communications A technology brief on how Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology is used to create breakthrough components like switches and attenuators for optical communication networks.
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| A technology brief on how Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology is used to create breakthrough components like switches and attenuators for optical communication networks. | |
| Beamforming for Optical Communications A presentation on the use of high-speed MEMS phased arrays for beamforming in Free Space Optical (FSO) and Light Fidelity (LiFi) communication systems.
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| A presentation on the use of high-speed MEMS phased arrays for beamforming in Free Space Optical (FSO) and Light Fidelity (LiFi) communication systems. | |
| Calibration of a Scanned Linear Grating Light Valve™ Projection System Details the optical and electrical techniques for optimizing the image quality, uniformity, and repeatability of a scanned linear GLV® projection system.
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| Details the optical and electrical techniques for optimizing the image quality, uniformity, and repeatability of a scanned linear GLV® projection system. | |
| Computer-to-plate printing using the Grating Light Valve™ device Describes the successful implementation of the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) device as a spatial light modulator in commercial computer-to-plate (CtP) systems for the graphic arts industry.
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| Describes the successful implementation of the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) device as a spatial light modulator in commercial computer-to-plate (CtP) systems for the graphic arts industry. | |
| Controlling the Grating Light Valve™ in Real-Time Applications Technical discussion on the methods and systems for controlling GLV®, PLV™, and DPM™ devices in applications that require real-time adjustments and feedback.
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| Technical discussion on the methods and systems for controlling GLV®, PLV™, and DPM™ devices in applications that require real-time adjustments and feedback. | |
D8192 Datasheet
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| Dynamic Gain Equalizer Presentation A presentation outlining the principle of operation and benefits of using the GLV® device as a Dynamic Gain Equalizer (DGE) for managing DWDM channels in optical networks.
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| A presentation outlining the principle of operation and benefits of using the GLV® device as a Dynamic Gain Equalizer (DGE) for managing DWDM channels in optical networks. | |
| Enabling high data-rate imaging applications with Grating Light Valve™ technology A discussion on the design trade-offs and optimizations required to use GLV® technology in high data-rate imaging applications like lithography and high-performance displays.
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| A discussion on the design trade-offs and optimizations required to use GLV® technology in high data-rate imaging applications like lithography and high-performance displays. | |
F1088-HS / D1088-HS / G1088-HS Datasheet
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G8192 Datasheet
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| GLV-Based Solar Simulator Describes a high-concentration, spectrally programmable solar simulator using a super-continuum laser and GLV® technology to accurately test multi-junction concentrator photovoltaics.
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| Describes a high-concentration, spectrally programmable solar simulator using a super-continuum laser and GLV® technology to accurately test multi-junction concentrator photovoltaics. | |
| Grating Light Valve and Vehicle Displays Discusses the application of the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology in automotive systems, particularly for creating robust and low-cost Head-Up Displays (HUDs).
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| Discusses the application of the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology in automotive systems, particularly for creating robust and low-cost Head-Up Displays (HUDs). | |
| Grating Light Valve Technology Brief A promotional and technical brochure from Silicon Light Machines detailing the advantages and applications of its Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology.
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| A promotional and technical brochure from Silicon Light Machines detailing the advantages and applications of its Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology. | |
| Grating Light Valve Technology for Projection Displays An article from Design Wave Magazine (in Japanese) explaining how Grating Light Valve technology is used for high-performance projection displays.
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| An article from Design Wave Magazine (in Japanese) explaining how Grating Light Valve technology is used for high-performance projection displays. | |
| Grating Light Valve™ Technology: Update and Novel Applications An invited paper providing an overview of the GLV® device, its theory of operation, optical performance, and its various applications in digital imaging and displays.
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| An invited paper providing an overview of the GLV® device, its theory of operation, optical performance, and its various applications in digital imaging and displays. | |
| High Power MEMS Planar Light Valve The PLV™ supports modulation of over 500W of laser power for materials processing. It provides a line beam with 1088 individually addressable pixels and 200kHz switching speed. A custom optical head complements the PLV™.
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| The PLV™ supports modulation of over 500W of laser power for materials processing. It provides a line beam with 1088 individually addressable pixels and 200kHz switching speed. A custom optical head complements the PLV™. | |
| High Throughput Materials Processing An overview of how the Planar Light Valve (PLV™) spatial light modulator enables high-throughput, multi-beam materials processing for applications like laser marking and micromachining.
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| An overview of how the Planar Light Valve (PLV™) spatial light modulator enables high-throughput, multi-beam materials processing for applications like laser marking and micromachining. | |
Katana EX Datasheet
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| MEMS Displacement Phase Modulator for Quantum Computing Silicon Light Machines’ high-speed MEMS Displacement Phase Modulator (DPM™) is a breakthrough technology enabling scalable, precise, and ultra-fast optical control for neutral atom quantum computing applications.
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| Silicon Light Machines’ high-speed MEMS Displacement Phase Modulator (DPM™) is a breakthrough technology enabling scalable, precise, and ultra-fast optical control for neutral atom quantum computing applications. | |
| Optical Performance of the Grating Light Valve Technology Details the optical performance of the GLV® technology, covering aspects like contrast, efficiency, and switching speed for projection display systems.
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| Details the optical performance of the GLV® technology, covering aspects like contrast, efficiency, and switching speed for projection display systems. | |
P1088-HS Datasheet
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P8192 Datasheet
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SC100 Streaming Controller Datasheet
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SC200 Streaming Controller Datasheet
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| Seasonal Diurnal Air Mass Solar Sim Proceedings II Conference proceedings detailing the use of a GLV®-based solar simulator to model the effects of changing air mass conditions on solar cell performance.
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| Conference proceedings detailing the use of a GLV®-based solar simulator to model the effects of changing air mass conditions on solar cell performance. | |
| Slotted Ribbon GLV® for Compact to Display A scientific poster for the CLEO conference presenting the High Power MEMS Planar Light Valve (PLV™) and its capabilities for modulating high power lasers in materials processing.
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| A scientific poster for the CLEO conference presenting the High Power MEMS Planar Light Valve (PLV™) and its capabilities for modulating high power lasers in materials processing. | |
| Speckle Contrast Reduction in Laser Projection Displays A technical paper on methods and techniques for reducing speckle contrast, a common artifact in laser-based projection display systems.
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| A technical paper on methods and techniques for reducing speckle contrast, a common artifact in laser-based projection display systems. | |
| The Grating Light Valve: Revolutionizing Display Technology A foundational paper discussing how the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology represents a revolutionary approach to light modulation for display applications.
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| A foundational paper discussing how the Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology represents a revolutionary approach to light modulation for display applications. | |
| UVDI-Technology An overview of Ultra-Violet Direct Imaging (UVDI) technology, which is based on integrated Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology for high-performance lithography.
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| An overview of Ultra-Violet Direct Imaging (UVDI) technology, which is based on integrated Grating Light Valve (GLV®) technology for high-performance lithography. |