As infrared optical systems evolve, manufacturers are increasingly adopting advanced chalcogenide glasses alongside traditional germanium and silicon substrates. This white paper explores how Dr. Ramya Chandrasekaran and Dynavac’s PECVD diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating technology provides durable environmental protection, high optical performance, and a pathway for coating next-generation infrared materials.
What You’ll Learn
- Benefits of DLC coatings for infrared optics
- Proven coating performance on germanium and silicon substrates
- Challenges associated with coating chalcogenide glasses
- How PECVD process control improves adhesion and durability
- The role of OCS-deposited underlayers in advanced IR optical systems
- Applications in defense, thermal imaging, aerospace, and industrial sensing
Why It Matters
Infrared optics require coatings that can withstand abrasion, environmental exposure, and demanding operating conditions. This paper discusses how advanced DLC coating architectures support both established IR materials and emerging chalcogenide glass technologies.
