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DIFFRACT- Integrated Distributed Feedback Lasers for Cold Atom Technologies

Lead Participant: M SQUARED LASERS LIMITED

Abstract

The project aims to deliver an integrated distributed feedback laser as a key component in cold atom technologies. The partners will build on extensive expertise in microfabrication, packaging, electronics and application development to produce a highly functional yet low-cost and compact laser device suitable for use in a wide range of cold atom technologies. The project brings together three innovative Scottish companies, M Squared Lasers, Optocap and Kelvin Nanotechnology, with the Universities of Glasgow and Birmingham and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.

Lead Participant

Project Cost

Grant Offer

M SQUARED LASERS LIMITED £528,306 £ 369,814
 

Participant

ALTER TECHNOLOGY TUV NORD UK LIMITED £314,397 £ 157,199
KELVIN NANOTECHNOLOGY LIMITED £278,243 £ 139,122
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW £392,829
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM £112,060

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