Photonics has been defined one of the few “Key Enabling Technologies” by the European Commission, recognizing that it underpins a large number of disciplines, it allows innovative high-added value applications, and it has a huge impact in all aspects of our life. Photonics is maybe best known for being the enabler of the broadband communications, but actually it is also one of the technologies that are driving the so-called “4th industrial revolution”. In particular in the industrial sector Photonics contributes with advanced process monitoring systems and high-power lasers. Photonics is also providing amazing new opportunities in the biomedical field, from innovative surgical tools, to devices for the early detection of diseases. Understanding the basis of Photonics to exploit its potentialities has therefore become an essential tool for every engineer.

Basic knowledge of electromagnetic fields and waves.

• Introduction to Photonics: fundamentals of propagation of laser light and of dielectric waveguides (integrated waveguides and optical fibers). • Fiber optical sensors: operating principles and main applications (e.g., structural health monitoring, condition based maintenance, detection of chemicals, biomedical field...). • Lasers for industrial and biomedical applications (e.g. marking, cutting, welding, surgery, ...): working principle, types, characteristics. Examples of industrial case studies with the support of experts from relevant industries in the field.

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