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Photonics Days 2026

7 – 8 Oct 2026 | Berlin , Germany

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Wednesday, 7 October 2026 | 10:00 - 12:00

Advanced Laser Innovations – From Micro-Diodes to Macro-Applications

Location:Hertz-CabinetTrack:in presence
  • PIC
  • Optoelectronics
  • Crystals
  • Laser
  • Optics

Chair:

Volker Raab (Raab-Photonik GmbH)

Abstract:

Advanced Laser Innovations – From Micro-Diodes to Macro-Applications
This session, hosted by the Laserverbund, highlights the diverse impact of laser technology across industry, transit, and science. Experts from the Berlin-Brandenburg region will present breakthrough applications spanning four key areas:

 -   Laser Fusion Through Diode Lasers: The Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) presents strategic developments in high-brightness diode lasers for fusion power plants.
  -   Ultralight Rail Engineering: photon AG showcases advanced photonic lightweight construction for the ICE 4 high-speed train.
 -   Astrophotonics: The Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) explores cutting-edge laser applications in astronomical research.

This session bridges fundamental semiconductor research with heavy-industry manufacturing and space exploration, demonstrating the cross-industry power of modern photonics. It tries to open a window into the possible future of laser applications not yet standard.

Agenda:

10:00-10:30 "Power Scaling Diode Lasers for Economic Laser Fusion: the promise of Multi-Junction Technology", Eldad Bahat Treidel (FBH)

10:30-11:00 tbd.

11:00-11:30 "Ultralight Rail Engineering - advanced photonic lightweight construction for the ICE 4 high-speed train", Holger Alder (Photon-AG)

11:30-12:00 "Microresonators for laser frequency combs in astrophotonics", Kalaga Madhav (AIP Potsdam)

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Session location Hertz-Cabinet