The demand for smaller, more efficient displays for smartphones, wearables, and VR/AR/MR headsets is driving the development of displays based on microLEDs and microOLEDs, which offer advantages like lower power consumption and increased brightness. However, manufacturing challenges must be overcome for widespread adoption.
Market forecasts predict rapid growth for both microLED and microOLED technologies in the coming years. U.K.-based Hendy Consulting projects the global microLED business to grow from $200M in 2024 to $3.6B by 2030, with key market drivers including AR/VR/MR, TVs, smartwatches, automotive, and signage. Similarly, the global microOLED business is expected to grow from $700M in 2024 to $3.5B by 2030, primarily driven by VR, AR, and smart glasses.
European photonics companies are addressing manufacturing challenges for microdisplays. Companies like MICLEDI Microdisplays are utilizing 300-mm silicon wafer technology for high-volume production, while Vitrealab’s quantum light chip and Coherent’s laser-based solutions offer innovative approaches to enhancing the functionality and efficiency of microLED displays.
German company QubeDot specializes in processing GaN for microLEDs, offering customizable microLED arrays for various applications. Photomasks are essential for precise patterning of microLED chips, with companies like Toppan Photomask promoting nanoimprint lithography for high-volume manufacturing.
Additionally, German adhesives manufacturer DELO is developing specialized adhesives for microLED applications to overcome the limitations of traditional soldering methods.
Overall, advancements in microdisplay technologies are paving the way for more efficient, brighter, and sharper display solutions for a wide range of applications, promising a bright future for the industry.
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