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Dr. Eugene Arthurs, CEO of the International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE), visited PIDA to have a conversation with PIDA's founder Dr. Peter Shih. SPIE is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing photonic industry, and has been cooperating with PIDA for years to enhance the industrial connection between Taiwan and overseas countries. During the conversation, Dr. Arthurs and Dr. Shih exchanged opinions about the recent progress and future trends in both Taiwanese and international photonic industry.
Despite the distressing economic turmoil of 2008 the future remains bright across the photonic spectrum. "For some years we have seen the major themes in the US National Research Council's report, 'Harnessing Light,' develop into solid markets. Yes there was irrational exuberance about the optical communication market around 2000 that quickly led to irrational pessimism. The optically powered internet has grown strongly and will continue to do so. Video delivery is straining capacity. Photonics in medicine, in genomics, and in entertainment and imaging, and the use of photonics in manufacturing and security and defense are all expanding steadily. Photonics in energy is growing strongly and will contribute to the sustainability of humanity. The future is truly photonic," said Dr. Eugene Arthurs. Besides visiting PIDA, he also gave a speech on the topic of "The Future is Photonic" on OPT 2008, an annually-held academic conference hosted by National Chiao Tung University and the Optical Engineering Society, Taiwan.
OPT 2008, the International Conference on Optics and Photonics in Taiwan took place in Taipei International Convention Center during December 5th ~ 6th, 2008, concurrently held International Conference on Laser Applications in Life Sciences (LALS 2008), International Symposium on Solar Cell Technology (ISSCT 2008), and International Symposium on Flexible Electronics & Displays (ISFED 2008).
Fig.1 Dr. Eugene Arthurs (second right) visited PIDA to have a conversation with Dr. Cheng Chung Lee, Dr.Arthur Chiou , PIDA's founder Dr. Peter Shih, and Dr. Chung J. Kuo (from left to right)
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National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) debuted its latest technology and patent in the area of photonics and materials on Dec. 12th 2008. NTUST not only is the first technical university in Taiwan, but also is the only technical university in the Top Universities Program among the other eleven universities.
Represented the Photonics System Simulation Design Laboratory, Dr. Jong-Woei Whang presented a light-concentrating panel which aims to guide sunlight into buildings. The panel is similar to a "LEGO" structure and is made of plastic material, fabricated by inexpensive injection molding. It utilizes the combination of point, line and plane, together with reversibility of light, to change the direction of daylight and thus enable the manipulation of light distribution. The lighting efficiency is 10:1, which means 1 square meter of light collection area can illuminates 10 square meter interior space.
Dr. Chih-Hsiao Chen presented Micro Projector Technology which utilizes semiconductor lasers to form images on transparent materials. A comparison of laser scanning technology and traditional back light technology is shown in the table below.
Table 1 A comparison of laser scanning technology and traditional back light technology
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laser scanning technology |
back light technology |
| Power Efficiency |
| £» |
Light power depends on color hue and brightness |
| £» |
One light spots at the same time (utilizing vision resistance) |
| £» |
1/4 power consumption of the back light based projection technology |
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| £» |
Full optical power at dim area |
| £» |
Not all light reflected to screen |
| £» |
4.8¢®105 light spots at the same time |
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| User Friendly |
| £» |
clear picture on curvature screens |
| £» |
image focusing process not required |
|
| £» |
Unable to display clear picture on curvature screen |
| £» |
Image focusing process required |
|
| Image Quality |
| £» |
wild color space |
| £» |
uniform brightness over the whole screen |
| £» |
higher resolution (XVGA quality) |
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| £» |
Narrower color space |
| £» |
Lower brightness at edge of the image |
| £» |
Lower resolution |
|
| Compactness |
| £» |
simple optical arch |
| £» |
small control logic/IC |
|
| £» |
Complicate optical arch |
| £» |
Large control logic/IC |
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Courtesy: NTUST Technology Transfer Center
Fig.2 Image Displayed on Transparent Materials
Courtesy: NTUST Technology Transfer Center |
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Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2009 will kick off in June 10th ~12th 2009, concurrently with Display Taiwan 2009. PIDA's Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2008 had hit a record high this year, attracting 31,675 visitors including 28,064 domestic buyers and 3,611 overseas buyers. Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2009 is set to break new records!
Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2009 provides marketing and sales opportunities to reach new customers. From on-site ornaments to conference handouts, PIDA offers a range of sponsorships that meet different promotional needs and budget. Sponsorship at Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2009 definitely gives extra visibility to potential customers.
- Application deadline¡XApril 30, 2009, or until filled
- Applications are accepted on a rolling (first come, first served) basis.
For more information, please check the website¡X http://www.optotaiwan.com/en/exhibit_05.asp, or contact
Ms. Ginger Chen (+886-2-23514026# 803) ginger@mail.pida.org.tw
Ms. Cathy Chang (+886-2-23514026# 809) cathy@mail.pida.org.tw
Fig.3 Photonics Festival in Taiwan is the best place to promote your service and product
Courtesy: PIDA
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