On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, the AOG had the pleasure of hosting Charles Bibas, the CEO of Tecnica Inc. During his visit, Charles had the opportunity to explore the AOG researchers’ labs, where our group’s PhD students and post-doctoral researchers provided informal presentations on their research areas and potential applications. Following this engaging exchange, he delivered a captivating presentation on Tecnica’s cutting-edge mirrorless 3D printing concept, the Lens-Free Optical Scanner (LFOS). The presentation took place at Grimond LT3, University of Kent, starting at 2 pm.
Post-talk photo
Title: Elevating Scanning Technology: The Lens-Free Optical Scanner (LFOS)
Bio: Charles Bibas is a visionary entrepreneur, founder, and CEO of Tecnica Inc, a 3D printing and scanning manufacturer. With a passion for innovation and an unwavering commitment to advancing 3D printing technology, Charles has amassed a portfolio of patents worldwide, demonstrating his expertise and ingenuity in SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) 3D printing, optics, and scanning.
Charles developed the Lens Free Optical Scanner (LFOS), also known as Øgon. The LFOS represents a breakthrough in the field, transforming the capabilities of 3D SLS/SLM printing. By eliminating the need for traditional optical lenses, the LFOS has overcome significant limitations and paved the way for enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Charles has published papers in the field of optics and material processing.
Charles holds a BSCE degree from Technion University – Israel Institute of Technology.
US patents: Six (6) granted patents in the field of AM and optical scanning
EU patent: 1 Granted and two pending in the field of AM and optical scanning.
Worldwide:
More than two dozen patents granted in the field of AM and optical scanning.
Solid Form Fabrication – Best paper list
https://utw10945.utweb.utexas.edu/sites/default/files/2021/2021%20Symposium%20Best%20Papers.pdf
JOM Journal – https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11837-021-05044-8
SPIE conference paper – https://www.spiedigitallibrary.org/conference-proceedings-of-spie/12170/2600487/Advances-utilizing-the-Ogon-a-Lens-Free-Optical-Scanner-LFOS/10.1117/12.2600487.short?SSO=1