HETEROMERGE offers functional 3D microstructure fabrication and fully additive systems integration. Our technology enables 3D printing of complete miniaturized optical systems, including multiple optical materials in a single process. Our technology is self-aligned and provides nanometer precision. We remove design, function, and production barriers, enabling our customers to realize their visions from fast prototyping to scalable production with the complete systems integration of precision polymer optical components. Our printing process replaces multiple fabrication and assembly steps. This opens up entirely new possibilities for the miniaturization of display engines and collimation optics in AR/XR.
Fraunhofer IPMS
Fraunhofer IPMS is a leading international research and development service provider for electronic and photonic microsystems in the application fields of Intelligent Industrial Solutions, Bio and Health, Mobility as well as Security. In three state-of-the-art clean rooms and with a total of four development sites in Dresden, Cottbus and Erfurt, the institute develops innovative MEMS components and microelectronic devices on 200 mm and 300 mm wafers. Services range from consulting and process development to pilot production. Fraunhofer IPMS is specialized in the development of OLED microdisplays for AR and VR glasses, other wearables as well as for the use in sensor applications. The concept and the parameters of the display like resolution, pixel size and embedded functions can be varied in a wide range appropriate to the project specifications or customers needs. The spectrum ranges from ultra-low-power displays for small and lightweight data glasses over high resolution HD displays for VR headsets and viewfinders up to bidirectional displays with embedded image sensor functionality. Fraunhofer IPMS offers a selection of evaluation kits for a straightforward transfer of the microdisplays into customer-specific applications. During SID 2026, we will present latest microdisplay solutions from semi-transparent up to a OLED microdisplay realized in 28nm technology with smallest pixel sizes of 2.5 micrometers. The highlight will be a high-voltage CMOS-backplane for very bright OLED microdisplays.
CEA-LETI
CEA-Leti, a technology research institute, is a global leader in miniaturization technologies, developing silicon photonics solutions for industry. With a staff of more than 1,900, a portfolio of 3,100 patents and 10,000 sq. meters of cleanroom space, the institute is based in France and has offices in US and Japan. | CEA-Leti, a technology research institute at CEA Tech, pioneers micro and nanotechnologies, tailoring differentiating applicative solutions that ensure competitiveness in a wide range of markets. The institute tackles critical challenges such as healthcare, energy, transport and ICTs.