Pavan Bhargava

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Pavan Bhargava is a leading researcher in integrated photonics and LiDAR systems, with a focus on advancing coherent detection technologies for autonomous sensing. His major contributions include pioneering the first fully integrated coherent LiDAR system operating in the eye-safe 1550nm band, achieved through a novel 3D-integrated silicon photonics and 65nm CMOS platform. This work, published in 2019 and garnering 53 citations, demonstrated experimental ranging capabilities that bridge the gap between high-performance photonics and scalable CMOS electronics. Bhargava’s research addresses critical challenges in solid-state LiDAR, such as power efficiency, form factor, and manufacturability, making it highly impactful for autonomous vehicles and robotics. His notable achievements include wafer-scale integration techniques that enable customizable photonic circuits alongside nanoscale electronics, a breakthrough for compact, low-cost sensing systems. With a strong publication record in top venues, Bhargava’s work is shaping the future of integrated optical systems, offering a path toward ubiquitous, high-resolution 3D sensing. His contributions are widely recognized for pushing the boundaries of silicon photonics and coherent detection, inspiring new directions in both academic research and industrial applications.