Focuslight Technologies Inc
Spearheading the Adoption of Photonics to Revolutionize Semiconductor Industry

The global semiconductor manufacturing industry is thriving thanks to the rising demand for semiconductor devices including CPU, GPU, memory chips, etc. Although the industry is growing at an unprecedented pace, manufacturers face certain challenges in reducing the size of chips to boost processing power, lower energy consumption, and minimize manufacturing costs. Nevertheless, photonics is presenting itself as a promising solution by significantly improving data transmission and processing efficiency, requiring less energy, and reducing manufacturing costs.

Leading this transition is Focuslight Technologies Inc., a company develops and manufactures high-power diode laser components and materials, laser optics, and photonic application solutions with a focus in the field of automotive, pan-semiconductor, and medical & health application. Since 2007, the company has been providing customers with high-power photon generation diode laser components and photon control beam shaping micro-optics, significantly advancing the field of photonics. Its primary objective is to be a globally trusted photonics solution provider through innovation, manufacturing excellence, and fast response.

"We have recently extended our mission to encompass the development and manufacture of photonic solutions. We are confident that the three main market segments at the core of our business, namely automotive, pan-semiconductors, as well as medical and health, are avenues for success," says Robert Dai, president of Pan-Semiconductor Solutions Business Unit at Focuslight Technologies Inc.

The firm has been actively engaged in the semiconductor industry for several years, offering a comprehensive range of products, including diode lasers and micro-optics. Recognizing the evolving needs of its customers who desired complete solutions, integrating laser sources and optics into a single module, Focuslight leveraged its technological expertise to deliver customized solutions that added more value. To provide better service that is tailored to meet its customers' needs, Focuslight has established the Pan-Semiconductor Solutions Business Unit.

As a major player in wafer laser annealing field, Focuslight has been at the forefront of this technology for years. Its laser annealing systems have undergone rigorous testing by its customers and are now used in high-volume production to generate extremely narrow line laser beam of 70um beam width with an aspect ratio of 160:1 with continuous energy output up to 1800W/mm2, achieving above 95% beam uniformity and above 98% output power stability for the wafer annealing process. The implementation of wafer annealing technology has significantly improved the yield of wafers. In addition, customized solutions are provided by Focuslight based on specific material types used, with wavelengths and energy densities tailored accordingly. This technology can also be applied to solar cells, SiC, and other advanced materials to adapt and improve the performance required in various applications.

Focuslight has established R&D centers in China, Germany, Ireland, Russia, and the US to deliver innovative and state-of-the-art products to its customers. The company specializes in eutectic bonding, thermal management, thermal stress control of high-power diode lasers, as well as beam shaping such as beam transformation, homogenization, line beam shaping, etc and is well-positioned to provide localized services in various parts of the world. The firm intends to utilize its advanced manufacturing capability to lower the costs of laser applications further, making them more accessible to everyone.

Focuslight has distinguished itself in the industry by placing a strong emphasis on technology innovation, which has resulted in over 420 patents as of March 2023. Its wafer-level micro-optics manufacturing processing technology have gained a strong global market presence. The company's commitment to investing in technological development and providing comprehensive support to its customers worldwide underpins its goal of continuing to develop innovative products and technologies for IC wafer annealing applications.