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January 28-30th 2025
Visit LirOptic at Photonics West - San Francisco
Booth #2530
The Photonics West Exhibition 2025, organized by SPIE, is the world's premier event for photonics and optics technologies. It will take place from January 28 to 30, 2025, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This event is expected to attract over 24,000 professionals from more than 70 countries, making it a key global gathering for industry experts, researchers, and businesses involved in photonics, lasers, biomedical optics, biophotonics, and related fields.
In addition to the exhibitions, Photonics West 2025 will host a range of networking opportunities, plenary sessions, technical workshops, and the prestigious Startup Challenge, where entrepreneurs in the photonics industry can present their innovations.
For more updates on our journey and to learn more about our products, visit www.liroptic.com.
June ‘24 LirOptic Partners with European Space Agency to Revolutionize Optical Technology
5th June 2024 – Dublin, Ireland – In a significant leap for the field of optical technology, LirOptic, the innovative company formerly known as PicoGlaze, has officially partnered with the European Space Agency (ESA). This collaboration comes under the ESA Business Incubation Centre (BIC) programme, which is designed to provide start-ups with vital commercial and technical support to leverage space technology for diverse applications beyond the realm of space.
LirOptic is at the forefront of developing a pioneering solid-state, tuneable optical lens technology. This breakthrough promises to enhance both the size and functionality of optical systems, an advancement that is particularly crucial for space-borne applications where payload capacity and physical space are at a premium.
The contract with ESA spans 24 months, during which LirOptic will focus on further refining its technology, working towards a series of defined milestones. The company has ambitious plans to create a specialized lens tailored for space applications, specifically aimed at enhancing adaptive optics for earth observation. This innovative free-form lens aims to correct pertubations caused by the Earth's atmosphere, allowing for clearer and more precise imaging from space.
By collaborating with ESA, LirOptic is poised to make significant strides in the development of space-specific optical systems, paving the way for advancements that could benefit both scientific research and commercial ventures. As the company embarks on this exciting journey, the implications for industries reliant on high-quality optical technology are immense, marking a new era in the intersection of space and optical innovation.
For more updates on our journey and to learn more about our products, visit www.liroptic.com.
July ‘24 LirOptic Secures Enterprise Ireland PSSF Funding to Drive Innovation and Growth
2nd July 2024 – Dublin, Ireland – LirOptic is thrilled to announce that it has successfully secured funding from Enterprise Ireland’s Pre-Seed Start Fund (PSSF). This investment is set to play a pivotal role in advancing the company's mission to transform the optical lens technology landscape.
With this funding, LirOptic plans to establish the infrastructure necessary to attract world-class customers and additional investment, enabling significant scaling of its operations. This funding will help the company accelerate its growth trajectory and expedite the introduction of innovative solutions to the market.
Founded in 2020, LirOptic (formerly known as PicoGlaze) has developed groundbreaking solid-state, tuneable optical lens technology. This innovation promises substantial improvements in the size, cost-efficiency, and functionality of optical lens systems, with the potential to revolutionise a range of applications across multiple industries utilising Compact Camera Modules (CCMs). Key sectors include consumer electronics, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) cameras, defence, space, and automotive.
“We are excited to partner with Enterprise Ireland through the PSSF,” said Simon Forsyth, CEO and Co-Founder of LirOptic. “This funding not only validates our vision but also provides us with the resources needed to kickstart our ambitious plans. We look forward to enhancing our offerings and expanding our market presence.”
The PSSF initiative reflects Enterprise Ireland’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting early-stage companies throughout Ireland. By providing essential funding and access to a network of industry experts, the program is designed to accelerate the growth of start-ups across the nation.
As LirOptic moves forward, the company is enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead. It remains dedicated to bringing its revolutionary lens technology to market and making a significant impact in the development of optical systems for the future.
For more updates on our journey and to learn more about our products, visit www.liroptic.com.