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TeraXion Selected to Provide Laser Solutions for Next Gen Fiber Optic Gyroscopes

Date Announced: 24 Jan 2012

Narrow-linewidth devices will feature in Honeywell's gyros.

QUEBEC CITY, CANADA--(Marketwire - Jan. 24, 2012) - TeraXion, a leader in the design and manufacturing of high performance laser products has been selected to provide high-end laser solutions for the development of Honeywell's next generation of fiber optic gyroscopes.

"We have made significant progress in gyro performance since teaming with TeraXion through its customized laser systems, and we have great confidence that we will achieve the stringent target goals." said Earl Benser, Director Advanced Sensors and Microsystems at Honeywell Advanced Technology.

"TeraXion is applying its narrow linewidth laser and optical phase locking technology to the demanding requirements of fiber optic gyro systems," said Ghislain Lafrance, Vice-president Business Development at TeraXion. "Our products and technologies have the potential of enhancing next generation gyroscope performance," Lafrance said.

Source: TeraXion

Contact

Ghislain Lafrance
VP Business Development
TeraXion Inc.
+1 (418) 658-9500 extension 234

E-mail: glafrance@teraxion.com

Web Site: www.teraxion.com

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