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Photonic Crystal Surface-Emitting Lasers (PCSEL) for Advanced Laser Systems

The U.S. Army is looking for a low-cost, efficient laser solution with high beam quality to improve their laser operations. They currently use Near Infrared (NIR) lasers for night operations, but aim to replace their existing laser diode technology with PCSELs (Photonic Crystal Surface Emitting Lasers) which are more compact, lightweight, and cheaper due to their easy-to-manufacture structure.…

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Agency: Army

Program: SBIR

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Total Funding: $250,000

Funding Amount: $250,000

Dates

Open Date: June 25, 2025

Due Date: July 23, 2025

Keywords

laser technology

near infrared lasers

PCSEL

night operations

beam quality

solid-state lasers

target marking

laser rangefinders

military applications

optical systems

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