integrated optics

American

noun

an assembly of miniature optical elements of a size comparable to those used in electronic integrated circuits.

Etymology

Origin of integrated optics

First recorded in 1970–75

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integrated optics

Looking ahead, the hybrid-phase design strategy could be extended into the visible range for polarization-multiplexed imaging and broadband integrated optics.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 5, 2026

The PhoenixD research cluster comprises around 120 scientists working on novel integrated optics.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 23, 2024

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