Sub-micron light emitting diodes for customizable applications
Discover the world's smallest inorganic light emitting diodes with sizes down to 250 nm, offering customizable light intensity and color choices for specific applications. Ideal for industries requiring precision lighting solutions.
Overview
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has developed groundbreaking sub-micron inorganic light emitting diodes (LEDs) with sizes as small as 250 nm. These LEDs represent the ultimate light sources due to their compact size and efficiency. The technology offers unparalleled customization in light intensity and color, catering to specific industry needs. This innovative solution is ideal for sectors requiring precision and miniaturization in lighting applications.
Technical specifications
The core of this technology lies in its advanced sub-micron fabrication process, which enables the creation of the world's smallest top-down LEDs. Key features include:
- Size: Down to 250 nm, allowing for extreme miniaturization.
- Customization: Tailored light intensity and color options based on specific application requirements.
- Material: Inorganic materials, ensuring durability and efficiency.
These features make the technology suitable for applications in consumer electronics, medical devices, and optical communications where space and performance are critical.
Technology readiness level
The sub-micron LED technology is at Technology Readiness Level 4. It has been validated in a laboratory environment and is now poised for further development and customization based on specific customer needs and applications.
About University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign is a flagship public research university with large‑scale research capacity and a broad academic portfolio. An on‑campus Research Park co‑locates corporate R&D teams and startups with faculty, while the National Center for Supercomputing Applications provides advanced computing and data capabilities for collaboration. Integration with a regional health system and an engineering‑based college of medicine enables clinical translation, and a long‑standing extension network links campus innovation to partners statewide. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from NSF, NIH, DOE, USDA, and DoD. A technology transfer office streamlines IP, licensing, and startups, complemented by incubators and prototyping in the Research Park.
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