See every laser pulse, Optimise every process
Delivering compact, real-time ultrafast laser diagnostics to enable manufacturers, laser OEMs, medical technology companies and research teams to measure, monitior and optimise laser pulse performances with unprecendented simplicity.
LUPA Photonics
About Us
LUPA Photonics is developing a next-generation femtosecond laser pulse characterisation platform that makes advanced laser diagnostics accessible, affordable and easy to deploy.
Built on breakthrough nanophotonic technology, LUPA enables real-time, pulse-by-pulse analysis of ultrafast laser systems in a compact device small enough for laboratory benches, production lines and OEM integration.
Our technology helps laser manufacturers, industrial users, medical device developers and research organisations accurately monitor and optimise laser performance, improving quality, consistency and process control.
The Challenge
What problem does LUPA solve?
Ultrafast lasers are increasingly used in high-value applications where precision is critical, including semiconductor manufacturing, medical device production, advanced materials processing, microscopy, biomedical imaging and scientific research.
However, accurately measuring femtosecond laser pulses remains a major challenge.
Existing pulse characterisation systems are often:
- Expensive to purchase
- Large and difficult to integrate into production environments
- Complex to operate and to set up
- Limited to specialist users
- Unsuitable for continuous in-line monitoring
Without accurate pulse characterization, organisations risk reduced manufacturing quality, varying processing conditionsm increased downtime along with inconsistent experimental results and difficulty validating laser performance.
LUPA Photonics removes these barriers with an ultra-compact, easy-to-use solution that brings advanced laser diagnostics out of specialist laboratories and into everyday industrial and commercial environments.
The Solution
How LUPA Solves the Problem
LUPA Photonics transforms ultrafast pulse measurement from a specialised laboratory procedure into a practical, real-time industrial capability. Using proprietary nanophotonic technology and intelligent software, LUPA provides:
Real-time pulse monitoring
Monitor pulse characteristics continuously rather than relying on occasional measurements.
Pulse-by-pulse diagnostics
Capture and analyse individual laser pulses to identify fluctuations, performance drift and system anomalies.
Compact form factor
A device approximately the size of a lightbulb, enabling deployment directly within laser systems, manufacturing equipment and research instruments.
Easy operation
Designed for non-specialists as well as laser experts, reducing training requirements and increasing accessibility.
OEM integration
Suitable for integration into commercial laser products, instrumentation and industrial processing systems.
Improved process control
Help users optimise laser performance, improve manufacturing consistency and increase confidence in experimental results.
Our Team
LUPA Photonics brings together expertise in nanophotonics, laser technology and commercialisation to transform pioneering research into practical solutions for industry. Combining scientific innovation with real-world application, the team is focused on making advanced laser diagnostics more accessible, reliable and commercially deployable.
Sven Stengel
PhD Researcher & Venture Lead
Prof. Marcello Ferrera
Research Lead
Dr. Wallace Jaffray
Technical Lead
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