Nanophotonic Materials and Devices |
Prof. Kuan Yew Cheong | Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia | Title and Abstract |
Title: Bio-organic based Resistive Switching Memory towards Artificial Synapses for Nueromorphic Applications Abstract: Two essential issues facing in the era of Internet-of-Things are energy and electronic waste. To address these issues simultaneously, utilization of bio-organic based artificial synapses to produce neuromorphic computing can be adopted. In this review, bio-organic based resistive-switching memory and potential usage of Aloe polysaccharides for artificial synapses is discussed. |
Prof. Pei-Kuen Wei | Research Center for Applied Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Aluminum Coated Nanostructure Arrays for High-Throughput Surface Plasmon Detections Abstract: High-throughput measurement of biomolecular interactions can benefit biological research. A low-cost surface plasmon resonance imaging platform, comprising of aluminum coated nanoslit arrays and an image device, is developed. These sensing arrays showed tunable evanescent depth with refractive index resolution of ~10-5. We demonstrated the applications for protein-protein and drug-cells interactions. |
Prof. Chao-Hsin Wu | National Taiwan University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Toward Double-digit Spontaneous Bandwidth and Opto-Electrical Integrated Circuits with Light-emitting Transistors and Transistor lasers Abstract: In this talk, we will introduce the unique three-terminal, three-port optoelectronic device—light-emitting transistor, which potentially can bridge the technology gap of micro-optoelectronics. The device physics and its high-speed electrical and optical characteristics will be presented, offering the promise of integration and unprecedented size, weight and cost reduction. |
Optical Waveguides and Communications |
Prof. Boon S. Ooi | King Abdullah University of Science and Technology | Title and Abstract |
Title: Single-Frequency Visible Laser and Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting OAM Laser for Optical Wireless Communication Abstract: High spectral-capacity optical wireless communication is envisaged for beyond 5G network using laser beam, which requires further advances in laser technology. In this talk, we discuss the recent achievement of single-frequency 480-nm and 514-nm visible lasers of 10.5 Gbit/s, and 940-nm VCSEL with integrated spiral-phase-plate at 1.8 Gbit/s. |
Prof. Silvano Donati | University of Pavia, Italy | Title and Abstract |
Title: Developing 3-D Imaging and LiDAR Sensors: Problems and Technologies Abstract: In this paper we discuss the technologies developed for 3-D imaging-taking cameras, also variously called 3-D rangefinders, telemeters or LiDAR, and their applications to a number of scientific, industrial, biomedical and automotive fields.We start from the description of the basic configurations used to build single-point laser rangefinders, that is, (i) triangulation, (ii) time-of-flight and (iii) interferometry, and then analyze the system requirements on parameters like: covered range, illumination power, detector noise, and stray light.First, we illustrate how triangulation offers a relatively simple optical setup and is capable of reaching sub-mm resolution on distances up to several meters, provided the parallax base of observation is sizeable, and also yields the 3-D capability with either fan-beam scanning or image processing of the camera data. Variants of triangulation like Moire' contouring and spot array projection will also be mentioned.Second, we analyze time-of-flight (ToF) rangefinders, that can take two different formats according to the choice of the source, i.e., the pulsed and the sine-wave techniques. Common to both are the power budget and the system equations, that we will briefly outline to calculate the achievable resolution, expressed as a characteristic time divided by the square root of received photons, where time is the pulse duration for the pulsed and the inverse pulsation frequency for the sine-wave. We consider development issues for ToF telemeters, like single vs double optics, choice of frequency, ambiguity range and index-of-refraction correction, and thereafter we present some examples of applications to topography and geodesy.Third, we briefly report on interferometric pickup of 3-D distance data, showing that the main source of error – the speckle pattern phase error introduced by a normal diffusing target surface – can be tamed down to 5-10 micrometer by appropriate choice of the spot size and distance.Moving on to 3-D imaging, the limitations obtained by simple, scanning beam extension of single-element rangefinders are addressed to motivate the quest for image-level processing of rangefinder data, that is, the development of a 3-D smart pixel camera in which each pixel integrates, along with the detector, all the functions of a full rangefinder.Then we describe two approaches to smart-pixel 3-D developed in the frame of European Community Research programs: (i) the Megaframe (MF) pulsed ToF, based on an SPAD array and a smart pixel incorporating detector, preamp, TAC, logic selector, line driver, memory, and voltage converter integrated in a single 50x50 sq-micron pixel of a 128x128 array, and (ii) the sine-wave detector-demodulator (swDD) with a switching element integrated with a pin photodiode to realize the 4-phase demodulation of the delayed sine-wave received at the photodetector on a 120x160 pixel array. The fill-factors of the two approaches are 8% for the MF – requiring a micro-lens array for a recovery to a reasonable 50-60%, and 24 % for the swDD, while the chip size is 16x16 sq-mm and 2.5x2.5 sq-mm, respectively.Finally, we consider in some detail the application of 3-D rangefinders to the automotive field, as anti-collision sensors as well as autonomous driving. The ToF is favored for best matching to performance (distance and accuracy) specifications, while a slow-pulse version of the pulsed telemeter is preferred to satisfy the laser safety requirement (1.05-mW at 900 nm and 10-mW at 1500 nm). An example of LiDAR integrated in the car headlight will be presented.ReferencesS. Donati: "Electro-Optical Instrumentation - Sensing and Measuring with Lasers" a volume of XVIII+425 pages, bound, 2004, Prentice Hall, USA, ISBN 013 0161610-9.G.-F. Dalla Betta et al.: "Design and Characterization of Photonic Demodulators in 0.18-µm CMOS Technology", IEEE Trans. Electron Devices, vol.58, (2011), pp.1702-1709.S. Donati, G. Martini, E. Randone: "Improving Photodetector Performance by means of Micro-optics Concentrators", IEEE J. Light. Techn., vol.29, 2011, pp.661-665.C.-N. Liu et al: "LiDAR-Embedded Smart Laser Headlight Module Using a Single Digital Micromirror Device for Autonomous Drive" Proc. CLEO 2020, San Jose May 11-15, conference in streaming, paper ATu3T.2. |
Prof. Cheng-Ling Lee | Department of Electro-Optical Engineering, National United University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Ultracompact Fiber Fabry-Perot Interferometers and Their Sensing Applications Abstract: In this work, the investigation of ultracompact fiber Fabry-Perot interferometers (FFPIs) and their sensing applications have been discussed. The proposed FFPIs are based on a tiny Fabry-Perot microcavity within a general single-mode fiber (SMF) which can achieve the sensing advantages of high sensitivity, good repeatability, effectiveness and miniature structure. Many ultracompact FFPIs have been utilized as different kinds of inline fiber optic sensors for measuring various parameters. Advanced sensing characteristics of the developed FFPIs are experimentally determined and analyzed to demonstrate the effectiveness. |
Quantum Electronics and Laser Technology |
Prof. Wang-Yau Cheng | National Central University | Title and Abstract |
Title: Stabilizing mode locked laser directly reference to atomic two photon transition- toward developing 104 clocks utilizing one Cs-Rb mixed cell Abstract: We directly lock the mode frequency of comb laser against atomic transition recommended by BIPM. Here we report a 6-cm Rb-Cs mixed cell based comb clocks and the investigations on related systematic errors, in which new technologies for removing the Doppler background and for controlling the comb frequency are presented . |
Prof. Jyhpyng Wang | Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences, Academia Sinica | Title and Abstract |
Title: Development of high-field long-wavelength infrared pulses in National Central University Abstract: High-field long-wavelength infrared pulses are important for the emerging fields of laser-driven proton acceleration and laboratory astrophysics. We present experiments on generating intense single-cycle long-wavelength infrared pulses by using self-phase modulation in laser-plasm interaction as well as our plan of constructing high-field CO2 laser from 1-TW to 100-TW. |
Dr. Shibin Jiang | AdValue Photonics Inc., USA | Title and Abstract |
Title: Single Frequency High Peak Power Fiber Lasers for Lidar and Micromachining Abstract: We successfully developed a series of single frequency fiber lasers with greater than 1mJ pulse energy at wavelength of 1micron, 1.55micron, and 2micron, which represent the highest pulse energy of such types of lasers in the world to the best of our knowledge. Their applications for Lidar and micromachining process will be presented. |
Holography and Information Processing |
Prof. Sarun Sumriddetchkajorn | National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), Thailand | Title and Abstract |
Title: Conceptual Architecture of 3D Photonic Convolution Neural Network using Off-the-Shelf Devices Abstract: This paper proposes a conceptual design for hybrid optical-electronic convolution neural network. The key design exploits the inherent advantage of 3D photonics architecture that provides inversion, multiplication, and summation of the images. This concept can be made possible by using today smart phones or tablets and high-definition liquid crystal displays. |
Prof. Takanori Nomura | Department of Opto-Mechatronics, Wakayama University, Japan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Single-Shot Phase Imaging Techniques Based on Parallel Optical Information Processing Abstract: Single-shot phase imaging techniques based on parallel optical information processing are described. One is single-shot digital holography with Fresnel domain filtering using phase modulation. Other is single-shot higher order transport of intensity phase imaging using a computer generated hologram. |
Prof. Chung-Hao Tien | National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Deep learning for computational optics Abstract: Computing resources and machine learning have made a rapid progress in the last decade. In this trend, many efforts based on deep learning were made upon the imaging technology. Inspired by the computer science community which mostly focus on the data interpretation, computational optics investigated more configuration about the image formation. In this study, I will present some data-driven works including image denoising, phase retrieval and unconventional imaging system based on the deep learning neural network. |
Prof. Dimitre Z. Dimitrov | Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria | Title and Abstract |
Title: Metasurface holography with phase-change materials Abstract: Metasurfaces are planar devices containing nanoantennas or resonator arrays that allow for beam shaping, super resolution imaging, and holography. Metasurface holography technology combines a computer-generated hologram with a nanoscale device. Hybrid metasurfaces with tunable phase change materials provide a platform for active modulation of wavefronts. and opportunities for switchable functionalities. |
Prof. Nai-Jen Cheng | National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Scanning fringe projection in shallow depth of fields for 3D measurement Abstract: Fringe projection profilometry is a powerful and useful tool in three-dimensional measurements for many applications. We present a scanning approach using fringe projection in different shallow depth of fields along z-axis to retrieve and rebuild the surface of a small inspected object. The designed fringe pattern is projected on the inspected object with a shallow depth of field. Then, a CCD is used to capture the image of the inspected object with projected fringe in a narrow depth of field. A 2D contour of the inspected surface addressed by the in-focused fringes is obtained in one scanning process. The retrieved images from the scanning process are assembled to build the 3D surface of the inspected object. Based on the limited depth-of-field of the pattern projection system and the limited depth-of-focus of the image acquisition system, the precision of the profilometry system is improved. |
Prof. Yeh-Wei Yu | National Central University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: The trade-off between storage capacity and data transfer rate of a holographic data storage system improved by PI-DFGSI Abstract: We discuss the trade-off caused by the system parameters, and the performance degradation caused by the angular momentum of the rotational motor for shifting multiplexing. We also propose applying phaseintegrated double-frequency grating shearing interferometer (PI-DFGSI) to makes the reading with moving disc being possible, and thus improves the system performance. |
Prof. Jing-Heng Chen | Feng Chia University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Design and Fabrication of Polarization-selective Substrate-mode Volume Holograms Abstract: A prism-hologram-prism sandwiched recording method is proposed for the fabrication of polarization-selective substrate-mode volume holograms with a large diffraction angle. The method belongs to a technique of longer-wavelength construction for shorterwavelength reconstruction and is much easier than that of traditional method which has high application potential in holographic photonics. |
Optical Design |
Dr. Fleming Chuang | Coretronic Corp., Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Challenges of Near to Eye Display for Augmented Reality Abstract: Augmented Reality (AR) displays are attracting significant attention and efforts recently. One of the solution to compromise both the time multiplexing and Vergence-Accommodation Conflict (VAC) is the Varifocal lens (VFL) based approach. This report addressed four major challenges on VFL-AR system, and the results suggest feasible treatments for better user experiences. |
Prof. Yu-Cheng Chen | Nanyang Technological University, Singapore | Title and Abstract |
Title: Biological Lasers: Micro-Nano Lasers for Next Generation Biomedical Sensing and Imaging Abstract: Bio-lasers are emerging technology for next generation biochemical detection and biophotonic applications. Recently, laser-based detection has been exploited as a novel tool in biosensing due to their capability to amplify subtle changes in the gain media caused by underlying biological processes. Laser emission has unique merits over fluorescence, including threshold-gated emission, narrow linewidth, and strong intensity, leading to ultrasensitive detection of intracellular dynamics, and superior contrast for higher spectral/spatial resolution imaging. In this talk, I will introduce the recent advances of biolasers in cells, tissues, and neuronal networks, by using several types of micro-laser cavities, such as optofluidic ring resonators and high-Q Fabry-Pérot mirrors. Next, we demonstrate the possible implementation of biolasers into an automated lasing system for systematic and statistical analysis, including an integrated cellular laser array device and laser-emission microscopy for cancer screening and immuno-diagnosis. Furthermore, optical recording of calcium transients during spontaneous neuronal activities was first demonstrated via neuron lasers with a significantly improved sensitivity, not only for monitoring neuronal network dynamics but an ultra-sensitive detection method for brain-on-chip applications and neuro-analysis. Finally, discussion and outlook is made on the strategies through biolasers and to pioneer novel on-chip devices for future clinical diagnosis, prognosis, and fundamental research in biomedicine. |
Dr. Vytautas Prulys | FEMTIKA Co., Lithuania | Title and Abstract |
Title: Femtosecond laser-based fabrication of 3D micro- and nanostructures Abstract: The femtosecond laser gained a reputation as a reliable and extremely precise tool for micro- and nanofabrication. Here we present our recent work in applying and finetuning fabrication techniques in several aspects, namely the significant enhancement of 3D resolution, dynamic throughput manipulation via shaping the laser beam and spatial light modulation, as well as combining laser processing with other established manufacturing techniques. Finally, additive 3D nano-manufacturing of non-organic structures is discussed, explaining the undergoing physical phenomena, and showing examples of produced 3D objects. In conclusion, we demonstrate yet another example of laser 3D processing being a powerful tool for advanced fabrication with far-reaching implications in various fields. |
Biophotonics and Biomedical Imaging |
Dr. Bi-Chang Chen | Research Center for Applied Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Advantages of Bessel beam in optogenetic manipulation at the subcellular scale Abstract: The advantages of the lattice light-sheet microscopy in controlling the light field are applied in optogenetics. It can be obtained that the Bessel beam reflects different optogenetic response areas under different parameters. The Final we can produce two independent membrane ruffling reactions in the same cell at the subcellular scale. |
Prof. Yoshiaki Yasuno | University of Tsukuba, Japan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Multi-Functional Optical Coherence Microscopy: Microscope with Interferometry and Computation Abstract: An overview of recent progress of the author’s multi-contrast optical coherence microscopy (OCM) is presented. This OCM is based on holographic signal processing, time signal analysis, and Jones matrix imaging. The technical details of each technology and applications for in vitro tissue imaging are shown. |
Prof. Kaisuke Goda | Department of Chemistry, University of Tokyo, Japan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Intelligent Image-Activated Cell Sorter 2.0 Abstract: The advent of intelligent image-activated cell sorting (iIACS) has enabled high-throughput intelligent image-based sorting of single live cells from heterogeneous populations (Nitta et al, Cell, 2018; Isozaki et al, Nature Protocols, 2019). iIACS is an on-chip microfluidic technology that builds on a seamless integration of a high-throughput fluorescence microscope, cell focuser, cell sorter, and deep neural network on a hybrid software-hardware data management architecture, thereby providing the combined merits of optical microscopy, fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS), and deep learning. Specifically, iIACS conducts high-throughput sorting of cells or cell clusters with unique morphochemical features that are difficult to discern when compressing these spatial data into intensity signals in FACS. In this talk, I introduce iIACS2.0, an iIACS machine that far surpasses the state-of-the-art iIACS machine in throughput and sensitivity. Specifically, it provides a high throughput of ~2,000 events per second and a high sensitivity of ~50 molecules of equivalent soluble fluorophores, both of which are 20 times superior to those achieved in previous reports (Isozaki et al, Lab on a Chip, 2020). This is made possible by employing (i) an image-sensor-based optomechanical flow imaging method known as virtual-freezing fluorescence imaging (VIFFI) (Mikami et al, Nature Communications, 2020) and (ii) a real-time intelligent image processor on an 8-PC server equipped with 8 multi-core CPUs and GPUs for intelligent decision-making. Equipped with the improved capabilities, iIACS2.0 holds promise for diverse applications in immunology, microbiology, stem cell biology, cancer biology, pathology, and synthetic biology. |
Display Technology |
Prof. Chung-Chih Wu | National Taiwan University, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Manipulating and Enhancing Optical Performance of OLEDs with Curved and 3D Structures Abstract: Making use of the advance of OLED technologies and characteristics of OLEDs, we explore and discuss the possible uses of curved and three-dimensional structures for manipulating or enhancing optical performance of OLEDs, such as light extraction, emission distribution etc. |
Dr. Charles Yun-Li Li | PlayNitride Inc., Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: MicroLED Display – the next generation display technology Abstract: MicroLED display is considered to be the next generation display technology due to its high brightness, wide color gamut, high aperture ratio, and good reliability. In additional to conventional display applications, MicroLED display can also be used for innovative display applications such as transparent and flexible display. Based on our proprietary PixeLED® display technology and SMAR·TechTM repair solution, we have demonstrated various new applications, such as borderless transparent display, ultra-high brightness wearable device, and ultra-thin flexible display. |
Prof. Chih-I Wu | Industrial Technology Research Institute, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Van der Waals Epitaxial Growth of BiI3 toward Forming-Free and Flexible Resistive Switching Devices Abstract: Van der Waals epitaxial growth of BiI3 was demonstrated with a great potential in flexible resistive switching device with simple fabrication process and multistate data-storage capability. The devices with the copper foil/h-BN/BiI3/Au structure exhibited forming-free nature, high on/off ratio(>107), excellent data-retention(>104s), high voltage sweep endurance, and superior bending endurance. |
Solid State Lighting |
Prof. Chin-Ching Kuo | National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Multifunctional Electrospun Nanofiber Chemosensor and Light-Emitting Diodes Based on Perovskite-Polymer Nanofiber Membranes or Films Abstract: We report the fabrication and property of multifunctional electrospun nanofiber chemosensor and perovskite based light-emitting diodes. RGB full-color-switchable chemosensors that are able to simultaneously detect pH and Hg2+ and are based on highly porous fluorescent electrospun nanofibers. Perovskite QDs embedded into polymeric to increase the photostability of light emitters for applications to lighting and backlight displays. |
Prof. Kazuhiro Ohkawa | King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia | Title and Abstract |
Title: InGaN-based red LEDs using strain-compensated MQWs with AlN/AlGaN barriers Abstract: The InGaN active region contains a large amount of indium to emit red light. The high-In-content InGaN has a large lattice mismatch to the p- or n-GaN layers, resulting in the introduction of a huge number of defects, interface roughness, and weaker light emission. However, we have improved the performance of red LEDs by introducing AlN/AlGaN barrier layers among InGaN QWs. Such strain control is the crucial point to realize higher efficiency. |
Photovoltaic Technology |
Dr. Chorng-Jye Huang | Industrial Technology Research Institute, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact Structure for High Efficiency Solar Cell and Module Applications Abstract: An advanced structure composite of poly-Si/ tunnel SiO2 as passivation contact has been developed and realized for solar cell applications. The passivation result with implied open circuit voltage (iVOC) of 726 mV and carrier lifetime of 5004 μs were examined. By applying this passivation structure to c-Si photovoltaics, Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) solar cells were developed and revealed a promising result with efficiency >23%. The module made by these TOPCon solar cells with high performance of 20.7% efficiency and 352W power was obtained. |
Prof. Cheng-Ying Chen | Ming Chi University of Technology | Title and Abstract |
Title: Earth-abundant Metal Chalcogenide Materials for Photovoltaics: Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 and Cu2BaSn(S,Se)4 Abstract: The development of renewable energy is a trend in the world. And developing thin-film solar cells, which utilize photovoltaic effect to convert light energy into electrical energy, will play a key role in the global trend. Chalcogenide based thin-film photovoltaics such as CdTe and Cu(In,Ga)Se2 (CIGSe) have achieved remarkable over 20% power conversion efficiency (PCE). These thin-film materials have wide spectral response ranges and high absorption coefficients, so they are sensitive to weak light. However, the toxicity of cadmium (Cd), and the scarcity of indium (In) and tellurium (Te) may restrict the production capacity for a growing worldwide power consumption (~terawatt). Therefore, the development of low-cost, earth-abundant thin-film solar cells have attracted a lot of attention. the new generation metal chalcogenides: Cu2ZnSn(Se,S)4 (CZTSSe) and Cu2BaSn(S,Se)4 (CBTS) will be two of the most potential alternative photovoltaic energy materials due to its abundant, non-toxic elements and providing desirable optoelectronic properties, similar to CIGSSe. In this talk, I will share some of our recent progresses on CZTSSe and CBTS: (1) Interface engineering of CdS/CZTS(Se) is an important aspect of improving the performance of buffer/absorber heterojunction combination. It has been demonstrated that the crossover phenomenon due to the interface recombination can be drastically eliminated by interface modification. Here, we present a comprehensive study on the effects of soft-baking (SB) temperature on the junction properties and the corresponding optoelectronic and interface-structural properties; (2) we used vacuum process to synthesis the CBTSSe absorber and performed Raman, X-ray diffraction (XRD), photoluminescence (PL) measurements as the tools to understand the quality and the information of phase identification. Based on the results, the two-step prepared CBTSSe absorbers with tunable bandgap has been successfully demonstrated. |
Thin-Film Technology and Optical Engineering |
Dr. Wei Ting Chen | Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University | Title and Abstract |
Title: Dispersion-engineered TiO2 metasurfaces Abstract: Optical dispersion results from the index of refraction of a material varying with the frequency of incident light. Accurate control over this property is vital. For example, it mitigates pulse spreading in optical fibers, which are the backbone of modern telecommunications, and enables pulse compression in ultrafast laser optics (2018 Nobel Prize in Physics). In this talk, I will begin with an introduction to the design, simulation, and fabrication of metasurface components with a focus on metalenses. Subsequently, I will illustrate how to control metasurface dispersion by customizing the group delay and group delay dispersion of constituent nanostructures. Such dispersion-engineered metasurfaces enable achromatic metalenses, aberration-corrected spectrometers, as well as lens-aberration correctors designed for simple singlets to complicated microscope objectives. My talk will be summarized by detailing on-going works involving metasurface-enabled superachromatic and broadband high-efficiency lenses and pointing out future emerging applications. These demonstrations are vastly applicable to machine vision, autonomous vehicles, optical communication, augmented and virtual reality devices, and more. |
Dr. Che-Chin Chen | Taiwan Instrument Research Institute, National Applied Research Laboratories, Taiwan | Title and Abstract |
Title: Three dimensional optical metamaterials and advanced optical components at TIRI Abstract: We present our recent progress in developing three dimensional metamaterials which are fabricated by a simple stress-driven self-assembly method. The desired optical properties of 3D metamaterials are demonstrated by varying the 2D pattern sizes and arrangement. We also summarize the capabilities to manufacture advanced optical components at TIRI. |