MicroAlign

MicroAlign is a cutting-edge startup operating in the optical technology sector. The company specializes in developing a unique alignment solution that optimally connects multiple optical fibers and photonic integrated chips. This technology is crucial for various photonic components and applications such as optical switches, amplifiers, laser arrays, co-packaged optics, and quantum computers, all of which require a high number of optical fiber connections with demanding sub-micron positioning accuracy.

MicroAlign's core technology is a micro-positioning system capable of aligning multiple optical fibers with the highest accuracy. This technology allows for the best fiber array alignment accuracy, optimizing total coupling efficiency with an alignment time of just a few seconds. The company's mission is to improve the fiber-to-chip coupling of optical testing and assembly processes, enabling the creation of a new generation of fiber arrays where each fiber core position can be accurately controlled.

The company's business model is based on the development and sale of this innovative technology. They have already received a purchase order, indicating a positive market response. Their development is funded by national and regional financing schemes, as well as seed funding options available through Dutch organizations. In 2019, MicroAlign was awarded the Take-Off phase 1 grant from NWO, which was used to perform their first technical and commercial feasibility study.

MicroAlign's target market includes companies and organizations in the photonics and quantum computing sectors, where precision and efficiency in optical fiber connections are paramount.

Keywords: Optical Fiber Alignment, Photonic Integrated Chips, Quantum Computers, Micro-Positioning System, Fiber-to-Chip Coupling, Optical Testing, Fiber Array, Sub-Micron Positioning Accuracy, Seed Funding, Photonics.