Description
Optoelectronic devices source, detect and control light which includes invisible forms of radiation such as gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet and infrared, in addition to visible light. Optoelectronic devices are electrical-to-optical or optical-to-electrical transducers, or instruments that use such devices in their operation.
Optoelectronic technology types
- Fiber optic communications
- Laser systems
- Electric eyes
- Remote sensing systems
- Medical diagnostic systems
- Optical information systems
Applications
- Communications
- Displays
- Imaging,
- Memory
- Biophotonics
- Energy generation and lighting