Matteo Cherchi
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Matteo Cherchi is a leading figure in silicon photonics, with a primary focus on optical phased arrays (OPAs) and their application in beam steering and LiDAR systems. His major contributions lie in advancing the design and fabrication of large-scale, edge-coupled 1D OPAs on the 3 µm silicon-on-insulator (SOI) platform, a technology critical for solid-state beam steering without moving parts. In his most cited work from 2024, Cherchi demonstrated experimental beam steering and distance measurement by integrating a 512-channel OPA with a 3D-printed lens, achieving high-performance wavelength tuning across different array pitches. This work, already garnering 2 citations in its first year, showcases his ability to bridge fundamental photonic design with practical system integration. Cherchi’s research is particularly notable for pushing the boundaries of OPA scalability and efficiency, directly impacting the development of compact, low-cost LiDAR for autonomous vehicles and robotics. His achievements highlight a rare combination of theoretical insight and experimental rigor, making him a key innovator in the next generation of optical sensing technologies.
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