This project is part of a series of research projects under the BMBF funding initiative The Basis of Photonics: Functional Layers and Systems. LASER COMPONENTS is participating as an active industrial partner in the research and development of new ground-breaking technologies.
The aim of the project is to improve process stability during the production of optical coatings through the characterisation and control of the plasma processes used.
The work is focused on the production of optical elements in the infrared range at 2.1 and 2.9µm. The physical processes in the ion sources of two LC coating systems are currently being examined in detail using plasma diagnostic methods. Based on this study, a control system is being developed that makes it possible to increase control of the coating process and improve product quality.