Lumus has unveiled its latest innovation, the Z-30 binocular optical engine, designed for integration into consumer smart glasses. This new waveguide technology is presented as a significant advancement, offering a lighter and more energy-efficient solution compared to its predecessor, the Z-50.
The Z-30 boasts a weight of just 14.5 grams and is engineered to fit within the form factor of conventional eyeglasses. It delivers a resolution of 720 x 720 pixels and a 30-degree field of view, with brightness exceeding 3,000 nits per watt. Lumus highlights that the Z-30 is 50 percent lighter and smaller than the Z-50, contributing to slimmer eyewear designs and extended battery life in smart glasses.
This enhanced energy efficiency is crucial for consumer-oriented smart glasses, making them more practical for everyday use. The Z-30 optical engine leverages Lumus’ Z-Lens 2D waveguide architecture, promising superior image quality and compatibility with efficient projectors like microLEDs. The design also allows for flexible eye-box positioning, minimizes ghost effects, and supports direct bonding with prescription lenses or protective elements.
Ari Grobman, CEO of Lumus, stated that the Z-30 is specifically tailored to meet the demands of the entry-level consumer market. He emphasized that it maintains the high image quality of the Z-50 but with a narrower field-of-view to facilitate integration into standard glasses frames and improve battery performance, ultimately aiming for wider consumer adoption of smart glasses.
Lumus, an Israeli company with over two decades of experience in waveguide technology, emphasizes the superior image quality, energy efficiency, and suitability for outdoor use of its waveguides.
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