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On-Chip Silicon-Based Micro-Reflector Pixelated with Micro-Light-Emitting Diodes for Augmented Reality Projection

Wenzong Lai¹, Junhu Cai¹, Zhengui Fan¹

¹National and Local United Engineering Laboratory of Flat Panel Display Technology, College of Physics and Information Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, Fujian, P. R. China.

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Summary

Researchers developed silicon-based micro-reflector devices (SMRDs) to improve micro-light-emitting diodes (µLEDs) for augmented reality (AR) displays. These SMRDs enhance light extraction and beam shaping, enabling more efficient and compact AR optical engines.

Keywords:

augmented reality beam shaping micro‐reflector projection engines silicon‐based device µLED

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Area of Science:

Photonics
Optoelectronics
Display Technology

Background:

Augmented reality (AR) displays require compact, efficient, and directional optical engines.
Micro-light-emitting diodes (µLEDs) offer high brightness and low power but suffer from poor light extraction and Lambertian emission, limiting AR optical coupling.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a novel silicon-based micro-reflector device (SMRD) for µLEDs.
To enhance light extraction and shape the beam of µLEDs for AR applications.
To demonstrate a scalable architecture for improved µLED optical performance.

Main Methods:

Development of a pixel-by-pixel on-chip silicon-based micro-reflector device (SMRD).
Integration of SMRDs with µLEDs.
Optical simulations and experimental validation.
Fabrication and testing of a near-eye display prototype incorporating the µLED/SMRD device.

Main Results:

The SMRD narrowed emission divergence from ±70.5° to ±39.4°.
Luminous flux within ±20° was enhanced by approximately 64%.
Pixel crosstalk was suppressed to 4.75%.

Conclusions:

The SMRD provides a compact, fabrication-compatible solution for high-efficiency, miniaturized AR projection engines.
This technology establishes a foundation for µLED-based light-field control.
Implications for next-generation near-eye displays, spatial light modulators, and advanced photonic systems.