2024-11-01 12:50:00
A SCIVAX Corporation (headquarters: Kawasaki, Japan; president: Satoru Tanaka; hereinafter, “SCIVAX”) and Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (headquarters: Tokyo; president: Yasuhiko Saitoh; hereinafter, “Shin-Etsu Chemical”) developed , together, Amtelus®, a light source device for 3D technology and sensors, for its mass production. Delivery of Amtelus® evaluation samples will begin in November 2024 and sales of the products will be carried out by Shin-Etsu Chemical.
news-body-cta">This press release includes multimedia. See the full statement here:
World’s smallest light source module Amtelus® (Photo: Business Wire)
Until now, SCIVAX sold Platanus®, an optical lens that diffuses and radiates light evenly, such as light sources for 3D sensors that are used in automotive and other applications, contributing to improving sensor performance. . Meanwhile, in recent years, the areas in which 3D sensor technology is used has grown, demanding that light source devices have greater integration and higher performance. However, it was difficult to reduce the footprint using the conventional cavity structure, which presented one of the biggest unresolved problems.
To solve this problem, Shin-Etsu Chemical developed a high-hardness material that can be diced and has both the optical properties and sealing capabilities needed to protect devices. Using this material, the company successfully developed Amtelus®, the world’s smallest light source device, which incorporates the functions of Platanus®. This device achieved a significantly smaller size compared to conventional devices, having a mounting area of 1 mm2 or less, 10 times smaller than conventional devices and half or less the thickness.
The main features of Amtelus® are the following:
- Minimum size
It minimizes the mounting area of a light-emitting device, enabling its application in devices such as AR glasses and smartphones, for which installation has been difficult. Furthermore, the use of multiple Amtelus® modules can achieve higher accuracy detection.
- Light emission flexibility
The Platanus® optical lens can provide various types of irradiation fields with a high degree of design flexibility, enabling various types of irradiation, such as a wide amplitude of 140 degrees or more or a high aspect ratio (120 deg × 30 deg) . By using this technology, Amtelus® modules with various irradiation fields can be designed according to customer requests.
- Cost competitiveness
By utilizing advanced nanoprinting mass production technology, the lenses are integrated with the light source in a resin package, which provides greater cost competitiveness compared to conventional products.
Shin-Etsu Chemical and SCIVAX are considering expanding applications of this technology to other areas in the future, such as next-generation biological science, particularly vital sensors.
The original language text of this announcement is the official authorized version. Translations are provided as a facility only and must refer to the text in the original language, which is the only version of the text that has legal effect.
View original version on businesswire.com:
Contact:
For inquiries on this matter, please contact:
SCIVAX Corporation
Optical Devices Business Division
Koichi Aida
Tel.: +81-44-599-5051
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
Dept. of Public Relations
Tetsuya Koishikawa
Tel.: +81-3-6812-2340
Source: BUSINESS WIRE
1730715528
#SCIVAX #ShinEtsu #Chemical #jointly #developed #Amtelus #worlds #smallest #light #source #device #sensors
**Interview with Satoru Tanaka, President of SCIVAX Corporation**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Satoru. Let’s dive right in. SCIVAX and Shin-Etsu Chemical have collaborated to develop a groundbreaking product, Amtelus®. Can you tell us what sets this light source device apart from others on the market?
**Satoru Tanaka:** Thank you for having me. Amtelus® is revolutionary because it is the world’s smallest light source device, with a mounting area of just 1 mm² or less. This size reduction is crucial in applications like augmented reality glasses and smartphones where space is limited. Additionally, we have successfully integrated the functionalities of our previous product, Platanus®, into Amtelus®, enhancing its performance in 3D sensing technologies.
**Editor:** That’s impressive! You mentioned that Amtelus® incorporates a technology that allows for various types of light emission. How does this flexibility benefit potential users?
**Satoru Tanaka:** Absolutely. The optical lens technology that we utilize allows for a wide range of irradiation fields, including a wide amplitude of over 140 degrees. This means that we can tailor the light emission patterns to meet specific customer needs, whether they require broad coverage or focused beams. This versatility opens up a multitude of applications in various industries.
**Editor:** Cost competitiveness is always a concern in technology development. How does Amtelus® address this issue?
**Satoru Tanaka:** By employing advanced nanoprinting mass production techniques, we have managed to combine the light source and lens into a single, cost-effective resin package. This innovative approach significantly reduces production costs compared to conventional methods, making Amtelus® an attractive option for manufacturers looking for both performance and affordability.
**Editor:** SCIVAX and Shin-Etsu are considering expanding this technology into other fields. Can you elaborate on those future applications?
**Satoru Tanaka:** Yes, we are exploring its potential in next-generation biological sciences, particularly in vital sensors. As 3D sensor technology continues to evolve, we believe that the capabilities of Amtelus® can be harnessed to improve detection and monitoring in medical and biological settings, providing new possibilities for healthcare innovation.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing these insights, Satoru. It’s clear that Amtelus® is a significant advancement in the field of 3D technology and sensor applications. We look forward to seeing its impact in the market!
**Satoru Tanaka:** Thank you! We are excited about the future and eager to see how Amtelus® will be utilized in various applications.
