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Ultra-High-Power InP Devices for Next-Generation AI Data Centres

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

Meeting the optical power demands of next-generation AI data centre interconnects requires a fundamentally different class of high-performance light source and optoelectronic solution. This article examines the ultra-high-power InP device platforms available through AP Technologies and the practical integration... read more

We've Expanded our Portfolio – New 3D Sensing, NIR Laser Diode and VCSEL Partners

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

We’re excited to announce the expansion of our portfolio with innovative suppliers from across the globe, bringing fresh capabilities in 3D sensing, NIR lasers, and precision VCSELs to our OEM and research customers. Our strength lies in guiding you towards the right mix of standard, custom and cutting-edge... read more

Engineering for next-generation systems: Spectral Purity and Thermal Stability with VCSEL light sources

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

As sensing systems push toward tighter detection limits and higher measurement stability, the limitations of conventional LED light sources become increasingly apparent. Broad emission spectra, temperature-driven wavelength drift, and limited modulation capability can directly constrain signal-to-noise... read more

Is a MEMS-based digital light switch the answer to compact NIR and SWIR sensing?

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

Near-infrared (NIR) and short-wave infrared (SWIR) spectroscopy are moving out of the lab and into production lines, handheld devices, and through farm gates. A new generation of instrumentation, specifically advanced MEMS spectrometers employing “digital light switch” technology via Texas Instruments'... read more

Beyond the Lab: Non-Destructive Spectroscopy for Food Suppliers

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

Evolution in food testing, both at source and in the factory, is enabling faster, more accurate and more cost-effective testing and quality control.

With food regulations tightening, both nationally and internationally, and margins shrinking, relying on slow, destructive sampling... read more

Driving Precision in Sensing: New Avalanche Photodiodes for Lidar and Beyond

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

The requirements for modern sensing systems – whether in automotive lidar, industrial automation or aerospace – are becoming increasingly stringent. Engineers are frequently tasked with detecting lower signal levels over longer ranges while maintaining high data integrity.

To... read more

Introducing Broadcom’s New 6m+ Wide-Angle ToF Sensor: the AFBR-S50MX85I

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors are a revolutionary technology for real-world distance measurement. While the fundamental concept relies on the time it takes for light to travel to an object and back, advanced modules like this operate by emitting a modulated infrared signal rather than a simple pulse. By... read more

The Hidden Failure Point in UV Sensing: Photodiode Degradation

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

Accurate ultraviolet light measurement is fundamental to applications from industrial laser systems to environmental monitoring. However, a significant engineering challenge lies in the fact that standard silicon photodiodes are vulnerable to the very light they are designed to measure. This exposure to... read more

230nm Far UV-C LED: A Leap Forward in Analytical Sensing from Silanna UV

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

The ultraviolet spectrum below 240nm is a critical region for analytical science, essential for detecting key chemical compounds through absorption spectroscopy. Historically, instrument designers have relied on traditional light sources such as deuterium and mercury lamps. While functional, these technologies... read more

AP Technologies Heading to WWEM/AQE and Photonics UK Shows this September

By Martin Sharratt, Managing Director, AP Technologies

We're gearing up for a busy September here at AP Technologies, with back-to-back appearances at two key UK trade shows. Come along to meet us, share your challenges and find out how cutting-edge photonics technologies can help you meet them.

As always, our focus is providing robust,... read more