Aeluma Expands Capacity with AIXTRON G10-AsP System Purchase

Aeluma, Inc., a US-based semiconductor company, has acquired the AIXTRON G10-AsP system to bolster its manufacturing capabilities in photodetector and laser components. This move supports Aeluma's strategy to enhance its non-indium-phosphide photonics platform. The G10-AsP system, known for its full automation and high throughput, is tailored to Aeluma's proprietary production processes.

Founded in 2019 as a spin-off from the University of California, Santa Barbara, Aeluma focuses on high-performance photonic and electronic technologies. It aims to scale manufacturing on 150 mm and larger substrates, offering a promising alternative to traditional methods by leveraging compound semiconductor materials with gallium arsenide or silicon.

This acquisition reflects the growing demand for photonic components in AI data communications, a market seeing rapid expansion and transition towards larger wafer formats. AIXTRON's MOCVD technology plays a crucial role in this evolution, aligning with current industry trends and customer needs.