High-speed laser transceivers have played a critical role in optical communications for several decades, while in recent years there has been an explosion in laser technology-based applications far beyond standard telecom wavelengths.

Key Takeaways

• Gain insight into key parameters that are crucial for proper laser analysis using an optical spectrum analyzer
• Learn automation methods to accurately identify properties critical to the latest non-telecom applications
• Discuss research examples of non-telecom applications including biophotonics, industrial, transportation, consumer electronics, quantum optics, and flat optics (metasurfaces)