Digital Input
Image or scene data enters the pipeline.
Real-time holographic systems
Building Real-Time Holographic Systems
Metalumina is developing systems to generate and display 3D holographic content in real-time using computational optics.
How It Works
Data to Wavefront Pipeline
We convert digital data into holographic wavefronts through a combination of computation and optical systems.
Computation
Algorithms process structure and depth-related information.
Phase Encoding
Data is converted into phase patterns for optical reconstruction.
Optical System
Light is modulated through engineered optical elements.
Holographic Output
The encoded wavefront reconstructs a spatial visual result.
Each stage builds on the previous one to transform digital information into precise, physically realizable wavefronts.
Focus
What We’re Working On
We are focused on building systems that convert digital information into holographic representations that can be reconstructed optically in real-time.
Computational Holography
Algorithms for encoding digital information into holographic form.
Optical Design
System components that shape and direct light for reconstruction.
System Integration
Connecting computation, optics, and hardware into a unified workflow.
Input Wave
Phase Modulation
Output Wavefront
Optics
How Light Is Controlled
We explore engineered optical structures that control the phase and propagation of light.
- Wavefront shaping
- Phase modulation
- Compact optical control
Process
From Data to Holography
Digital information is encoded into phase patterns that reconstruct holographic images through optical systems.
01
Input Data
Digital information enters the system.
02
Phase Map
Information is encoded into phase patterns.
03
Optical Reconstruction
The encoded wavefront reconstructs a spatial light field.
Constraints
The Challenge
Real-time holography requires solving multiple constraints at once.
Computation
High processing demands for real-time generation.
Optical Efficiency
Light control and reconstruction are physically constrained.
Integration
Bringing algorithms and optical hardware into one working system is difficult.
Method
Our Approach
Instead of optimizing isolated components, we focus on system-level design — integrating computation, optics, and hardware into a unified architecture.
Status
Current Stage
We are in the early development phase, working on initial prototypes and validating core concepts.
Prototype Development
Active DevelopmentInitial system structures and workflows.
Feasibility Testing
Concept ValidationEvaluating practical constraints and performance.
System Exploration
Exploratory ResearchStudying scalable paths for integration.
Contact
Get in Touch
We’re open to discussions, collaboration, and feedback.