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Metalenz Inc.

Metalenz Inc. is a pioneer in the realm of metasurface optics, pushing the boundaries of how light can be controlled and harnessed. Their innovative technology merges the precision of semiconductor foundries with optical advancements, creating versatile and compact solutions for a range of industries. This approach not only simplifies complex optical modules but also enables devices to perform with higher efficiency across consumer electronics, automotive, and smart robotics markets. Metalenz's technology is built upon substantial research from Harvard University's Capasso Lab, underpinning their exclusive worldwide licenses and growing suite of over 20 patents. The company's core innovation, meta-optics, is revolutionizing the way optical information is captured and processed. These optics, constructed with sub-wavelength structures called "nanopillars," provide unparalleled control over light, drastically reducing the common issues associated with traditional diffractive optics. As a result, Metalenz's solutions offer better imaging performance, less stray light, and 4x improvements in signal-to-noise ratios in 3D imaging systems. Their products are produced in semiconductor foundries, ensuring high yield and cost-effective mass production suitable for real-world applications. One of Metalenz's flagship products is the Polar ID, a breakthrough in biometric security for smartphones and beyond. By sensing the full polarization state of light, Polar ID provides a new level of face unlock security, circumventing the limitations and costs of traditional modules. This product not only enhances convenience and security for users but also retains performance across varied lighting conditions. Additionally, Metalenz offers PolarEyes, a polarization imaging system that brings enhanced depth perception and material analysis to consumer electronics and industrial applications. With headquarters located in Boston, Metalenz is recognized as an industry leader, driving innovations that shape future technological trends. Their commitment to transforming optics through nanotechnology-enabled metasurfaces positions them at the forefront of the next generation of imaging and sensing solutions. Read more

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Polar ID Biometric Security System

Polar ID from Metalenz offers a cutting-edge face unlock solution, using advanced meta-optic technology to provide secure, high-resolution facial recognition capabilities. It captures the unique "polarization signature" of a human face, making it resistant to both 2D photos and sophisticated 3D masks. Polar ID operates efficiently in a variety of lighting conditions, from bright daylight to dark environments, ensuring its utility extends across all smartphone models without sacrificing security or user experience. This technology replaces complex structured light modules, incorporating a single near-infrared polarization camera and active illumination source. It significantly reduces costs and footprint, supporting a broad adoption across hundreds of millions of mobile devices. With its low price point and high performance, Polar ID elevates smartphone security, offering robust protection for digital transactions and identity verification. By enabling this on an embedded platform with compatibility for Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors, Metalenz ensures widespread applicability. The key advantage of Polar ID is its affordability and ease of integration, as it eliminates the need for larger, more intrusive notches in phone designs. Its sophisticated polarization sensing means secure authentication is possible even if the user wears sunglasses or masks. Polar ID sets a new benchmark in smartphone security by delivering convenience and enhanced protection, marking it as the first polarization sensor available for smartphones.

Metalenz Inc.
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Orion Family of Pattern Projectors

The Orion Family of Pattern Projectors from Metalenz harnesses the power of meta-optics to offer precise pattern projection capabilities. These projectors are pivotal for applications requiring high-resolution pattern delivery, such as in structured light systems used for depth sensing and imaging. The use of metasurfaces allows these projectors to output highly accurate and customizable light patterns, making them optimal for integration into smart devices and industrial systems. Metalenz's Orion projectors are characterized by their ability to efficiently replace complex, traditional projector modules with a single, multifunctional component. This not only reduces system size but also simplifies manufacturing and assembly processes. The compact nature of the Orion projectors makes them ideally suited for mobile devices, enhancing their functionality for applications like biometric security and 3D mapping. By utilizing meta-optics, these projectors achieve superior light distribution control, providing improved depth accuracy and imaging quality. The projectors are designed to be adaptable to various system requirements and conditions, ensuring reliable performance across different environmental settings. The Orion projectors represent Metalenz's commitment to bringing advanced optical solutions into mainstream applications, supporting both consumer and industrial innovations.

Metalenz Inc.
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PolarEyes Polarization Imaging System

The PolarEyes system by Metalenz introduces a pioneering approach to imaging that leverages polarization to deliver detailed depth and material composition insights. Unlike conventional systems which rely on bulky filters and splitters, PolarEyes condenses this functionality into a scalable form suitable for mass-market applications. Its compact design allows it to be integrated into mobile devices, offering capabilities previously restricted to larger laboratory setups. PolarEyes specializes in enhanced 3D sensing, allowing for precise shape and contour detection which supports advanced machine vision applications. The system's ability to capture full polarization data means it can assess material properties and detect transparent objects, providing groundbreaking applications in both consumer electronics and smart industrial systems. This unique feature set enables more efficient and accurate recognition in robotic and automotive applications, as well as consumer devices like smartphones and wearables. Through the use of Metalenz's meta-optics, PolarEyes eliminates the inefficiencies and cost barriers of traditional polarization imaging. It supports environments where light interference is a challenge, such as outdoor settings, by removing glare and improving visibility. The versatility of PolarEyes lies not only in its hardware capability but also in the software that supports diverse applications from facial recognition to material classification and autonomous navigation.

Metalenz Inc.
Oversampling Modulator, Photonics, Sensor
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