Laser Beam Scanning for Augmented Reality and Near-to-Eye Display Applications
ABSTRACT
One of the key challenges for augmented reality is the development of ultra-compact, lightweight, low-power near-to-eye display solutions with good image quality. Laser Beam Scanning (LBS) technologies that utilize advanced MEMS actuation technologies can meet these key requirements and deliver form-factors that enable lightweight, fashionable, all-day wearable AR smart glasses with the ability to scale resolution and field-of-view (FoV) with low power consumption.
In this talk, we will briefly highlight the key technologies and solutions behind LBS that enable AR smart glasses, as well as more complex mixed reality HMD devices, including MEMS Micromirror scanners systems, laser diode modules, waveguides, and LBS systems design considerations. Finally, we will discuss the creation of the LaSAR Alliance to enable an ecosystem that supports end-product manufacturers, and other stakeholders, with key technologies, solutions, and devices.
BIOGRAPHY
Bharath Rajagopalan is Director of Strategic Marketing at STMicroelectronics, responsible for developing the company’s strategy for Augmented Reality leveraging ST’s broad technology and product portfolio. Bharath is a veteran of the electronics industry, having served in technical, managerial, and executive roles in research and development, manufacturing, product development, and marketing. Bharath is also serving as the inaugural Chair of the LaSAR Alliance for which he was instrumental in conceiving, creating, and implementing.
Prior to ST, he has held a number of leadership positions including roles at MicroVision, Dolby Laboratories, Texas Instruments, and IBM in semiconductor technology development and manufacturing, display technology development, and imaging systems. Bharath holds MS, and PhD degrees in electrical engineering and an MBA.