onsemi acquired SWIR Vision Systems

onsemi announced that it has completed the acquisition of SWIR Vision Systems, a leading provider of CQD (colloidal quantum-dot-based) short wavelength infrared (SWIR) technology. A technology that extends the detectable light spectrum to see through objects and capture images that were not previously possible. Onsemi said integration of this patented technology within its industry-leading CMOS sensors will significantly enhance the company’s intelligent sensing product portfolio and pave the way for further growth in key markets including industrial, automotive and defense. CQD uses nanoparticles or crystals with unique optical and electronic properties that can be precisely tuned to absorb an extended wavelength of light. This technology extends the visibility and detection of systems beyond the range of standard CMOS sensors to SWIR wavelengths. To date, SWIR technology has been limited in adoption due to the high cost and manufacturing complexity of the traditional indium gallium arsenide (InGAas) process. With this acquisition, onsemi will combine its silicon-based CMOS sensors and manufacturing expertise with the CQD technology to deliver highly integrated SWIR sensors at lower cost and higher volume. The result are more compact, cost-effective imaging systems that offer extended spectrum and can be used in a wide array of commercial, industrial and defense applicat...